LE7 1GF is a safe, established residential area on Willow Walk, 1.2km from Syston in Syston. Administratively it sits within Syston West ward and the Charnwood constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Charnwood.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k, up 2.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LE7 1GF are sourced from Output Area E00130690 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILLOW WALK, LE7 1GF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW WALK, LE7 1GF.
329
40
£ 40,400 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LE7 1GF spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 2.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE7 1GF. The average age is 40.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 258,000
10 sales · Mean £ 240,500
Detached
£ 208,000
1 sales · Mean £ 208,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE7 1GF has low crime rates — 33 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.
school Local Schools
The Roundhill Academy
St Peter and St Paul Church of England Academy
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
The Merton Primary School
Wreake Valley Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Syston Service Station0.2 km
- MACE Express0.7 km
- Scott & Cathie0.8 km
- Gills Off Licence0.1 km
- Greens Off Licence0.7 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Fosseway Bowls Club0.4 km
- Syston & District Conservative Club1.0 km
- Syston Bowls Club0.5 km
- The Midland Railway0.7 km
- Hope & Anchor0.3 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Mansah Lounge0.7 km
- Saffron Ivy0.8 km
- Spice Of India0.7 km
- The Brook Cafe1.0 km
- The Red Rose0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Flames0.9 km
- New Happy Garden0.9 km
- Syston House0.9 km
- Maxim1.0 km
- Frydales Ltd0.2 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Syston0.6 km
- Sileby4.2 km
- Barrow Upon Soar7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Archdale Street0.1 km
- Archdale Street0.1 km
- Lindisfarne Road0.1 km
- Lindisfarne Road0.2 km
- Moorland Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE71GF · Data under Open Government Licence