LE5 0DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Frisby Road, 0.7km from Wood Hill in Leicester. Administratively it sits within North Evington ward and the Leicester East constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for LE5 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00068941 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FRISBY ROAD, LE5 0DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRISBY ROAD, LE5 0DL.
553
34
£ 32,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE5 0DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines LE5 0DL — 87% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE5 0DL. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 205,000
6 sales · Mean £ 191,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE5 0DL has low crime rates — 30 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.
school Local Schools
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Green Lane Infant School
Merrydale Infant School
Merrydale Junior School
Bridge Junior School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Shenton Primary School
Catherine Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
91 nearby- Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
- Eggfree Cake Box1.0 km
- New Star Food And Wine/R And K News0.6 km
- One Stop Convenience Store0.3 km
- Shiv Shakti Pan And Off Licence0.2 km
- + 86 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Crusty's Cafe1.0 km
- Fes Mangal0.2 km
- Atlas Cafe0.4 km
- Asli Zaiqa0.1 km
- Chaiiwala0.9 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
62 nearby- Heavenly Gift0.6 km
- Billy's Fish Bar0.2 km
- BAR.B.Q.BASE0.2 km
- Desi Sweet And Cake Shop0.2 km
- Desi Sweet Centre0.5 km
- + 57 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Harini's FUSIC0.2 km
- Marten Inn/Paddys0.6 km
- The Charny0.5 km
- Green Lane Social Club / Jitu's Dhaba0.5 km
- Leicester Railwaymen's Club And Institute0.6 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester2.0 km
- Syston5.7 km
- South Wigston7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Quenby Street0.1 km
- Quenby Street0.1 km
- Overton Road0.1 km
- Overton Road0.1 km
- Sulgrave Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE50DL · Data under Open Government Licence