Postcode Analysis Leicester, East Midlands

ORSETT CLOSE, LE5 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORSETT CLOSE, LE5 0AL.

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Population

467

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LE5 0AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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10/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

82% of LE5 0AL's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LE5 0AL is a safe, established residential area on Orsett Close, 0.2km from Humberstone, New in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Troon ward and the Leicester East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LE5, LE5 0AL offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.

Census 2021 statistics for LE5 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00178469 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE5 0AL. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British8.8%
Asian / British Asian81.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.8%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 250,000

9 sales · Mean £ 288,222

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LE5 0AL has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences67
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson16
Other theft11
Public order11

school Local Schools

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Falcons Primary School

Good313 pupils0.3 km
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Avanti Fields School

647 pupils0.3 km
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Humberstone Infant Academy

Good312 pupils0.6 km
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Humberstone Junior School

Outstanding354 pupils0.6 km
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Merrydale Infant School

Good355 pupils0.8 km
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Merrydale Junior School

Good364 pupils0.8 km
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North Mead Primary Academy

Good444 pupils1.1 km
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St Barnabas CofE Primary School

Good332 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Istanbul BBQ Gipsy Lane0.8 km
  • Happy Family0.6 km
  • Atlantis Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Masalas0.8 km
  • Piccadilly Kebab0.7 km
  • + 15 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Curry Flavour Restaurant And Bar0.7 km
  • O Nosso Pãozinho0.6 km
  • Hong Kong0.7 km
  • Crusty's Cafe0.6 km
  • Heights Bar0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Northfield Store0.8 km
  • Purple Bow Cakes0.7 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • FairyCakeLeicester0.8 km
  • Medicine Chest Pharmacy0.5 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Iceland0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leicester3.3 km
  • Syston5.1 km
  • South Wigston7.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Herongate Road0.2 km
  • Herongate Road0.2 km
  • Humberstone Drive0.2 km
  • Little Dunmow Road0.2 km
  • Little Dunmow Road0.2 km