Is LE6 0FT a safe place to live?

Yes, LE6 0FT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 22 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in LE6 0FT?

The average property price in LE6 0FT is currently around £323k.

What is the population of LE6 0FT?

The population for the LE6 0FT area is approximately 295 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Hinckley and Bosworth, East Midlands

MARKFIELD ROAD, LE6 0FT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKFIELD ROAD, LE6 0FT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

295

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,400 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LE6 0FT spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. £323k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 58.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LE6 0FT is a safe, established residential area on Markfield Road, 1.3km from Groby in Groby. Administratively it sits within Groby ward and the Charnwood constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LE6, LE6 0FT offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £323k, down 58.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LE6 0FT are sourced from Output Area E00131152 (shared with 6 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 LE6 0FT. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.6%

Asian / British Asian16.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

59%Active

FT: 41%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 282,500

6 sales · Mean £ 279,416

Semi-Detached

£ 290,000

3 sales · Mean £ 249,333

Terraced

£ 266,000

1 sales · Mean £ 266,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

LE6 0FT has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6

Criminal damage and arson3

Burglary1

Other theft1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Martinshaw Primary School

Good212 pupils0.9 km

Brookvale Groby Learning Campus

Outstanding1463 pupils1.3 km

Elizabeth Woodville Primary School

Good212 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Groby Food And Wine1.0 km
Bradgate Stores0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Leicester8.9 km
Narborough11.0 km
Barrow Upon Soar11.1 km

Bus Stops

Wallace Drive0.1 km
Lena Drive0.1 km
Lena Drive0.2 km
Quarry House0.4 km