LE6 0BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Martinshaw Lane, 0.5km from Groby in Groby. Administratively it sits within Groby ward and the Charnwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LE6 0BJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k.
Census 2021 statistics for LE6 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00131154 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARTINSHAW LANE, LE6 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARTINSHAW LANE, LE6 0BJ.
207
51
£ 48,400 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE6 0BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
LE6 0BJ has a significant social housing presence — 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE6 0BJ. The average age is 50.7. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 325,000
3 sales · Mean £ 284,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE6 0BJ has low crime rates — 28 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
Martinshaw Primary School
Elizabeth Woodville Primary School
Brookvale Groby Learning Campus
Lady Jane Grey Primary School
Ratby Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Central England Co-Operative Society0.5 km
- Co-Operative Group0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Bradgate Stores0.3 km
- Well Pharmacy0.3 km
- Pricegate And Hensons Limited0.2 km
- Groby Food And Wine0.1 km
- Wilson And Sons T/a Mace0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Compass Group At Baker Hughes (Druck)0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Groby Fish Bar0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Groby Ex-Servicemens Social Club Ltd0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester7.9 km
- Narborough10.1 km
- Syston10.7 km
Bus Stops
- Farr Wood Close0.0 km
- Forest Rise0.1 km
- Forest Rise0.1 km
- Allotments0.1 km
- Allotments0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: LE60BJ · Data under Open Government Licence