Ashby Road is in Woodville, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE11 7BS is located in the Blackfordby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashby Road, Woodville, Swadlincote, DE11 7BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE11 7BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DE11 7BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 22.2% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 55.9% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 11.1% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 9% | 8.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.8% | 39.7% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 42.5% | 40.4% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 15.6% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.6% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 16.7% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9.3% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.4% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 7% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.1% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 30.7% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99% | 98% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashby Road was 16.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Ashby Woulds average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashby Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ashby Woulds and the 32nd lowest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152 Ashby Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £369,950 | 2020-01-30 | £480,443 |
| 150 Ashby Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2017-06-23 | £414,090 |
| 152 Ashby Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £12,000 | 2017-01-12 | £15,356 |
| 140 Ashby Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2014-08-22 | £317,732 |
| 154 Ashby Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2014-08-15 | £339,245 |
DE11 7BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Off Main Street , Blackfordby DE11 8AB | 2out of 4 | 845 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodville CofE Junior School High Street , Woodville DE11 7EA | 2out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodville Infant School High Street , Woodville DE11 7EA | 4out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartshorne CofE Primary School Main Street , Hartshorne DE11 7ES | 3out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moira Primary School Blackfordby Lane , Moira DE12 6EX | 3out of 4 | 2,317 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granville Academy Burton Road , Woodville DE11 7JR | 2out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivanhoe College North Street , LE65 1HX | 3out of 4 | 3,757 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashby School Nottingham Road , LE65 1DT | - not rated | 4,172 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pingle Academy Coronation Street , DE11 0QA | 2out of 4 | 4,244 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Charlton Learning Centre North Street , LE65 1HU | - not rated | 3,793 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Linnet Independent Learning Centre 107 Mount Pleasant Road , DE11 9JE | - not rated | 5,242 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greyhound Inn | 149 Ashby Road, Woodville | 67 yd | |
| Chilli Bean Restaurant | Scamhazel Farm, Ashby Road | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Lion | Black Lion Inn, 3 Main Street | 900 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 3.32 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.