Woodlands Way is in Moira, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE12 6HE 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 Woodlands Way, Moira, Swadlincote, DE12 6HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE12 6HJ, DE12 6HD, DE12 6EY, DE12 6EX, DE12 6HL, DE12 6HS, DE12 6HR, DE12 6HG, DE12 6HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE12 6HE has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.7% | 47.2% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 53.3% | 52.8% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23% | 32.5% | 9.5% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 27.8% | -11.4% | 44.2% | -16.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 19.6% | 20.5% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 13.9% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (57.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.2% | 21.1% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -27.3% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 36.6% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 24.2% | 24.8% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 12.1% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 9.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 7.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 6.3% |
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.
In the area around DE12 6HE this area, 41.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 9.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.7% | 41.6% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 23.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 17.4% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 9.4% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -24.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.8% | 96.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.8% | 76.7% | -12.9% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 33.1% | 13.5% | 19.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodlands Way was 66.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.7% higher than the Ashby Woulds average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodlands Way has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ashby Woulds and the 130th highest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Woodlands Way, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £229,950 | 2023-10-23 | £240,722 |
| 3 Woodlands Way, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-09-26 | £217,183 |
| 2 Woodlands Way, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-02-07 | £206,717 |
| 54 Woodlands Way, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-01-25 | £286,345 |
| 7 Woodlands Way, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-11-06 | £200,496 |
DE12 6HE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE12 6HE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moira Primary School Blackfordby Lane , Moira DE12 6EX | 3out of 4 | 110 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Off Main Street , Blackfordby DE11 8AB | 2out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashby Hill Top Primary School Beaumont Avenue , LE65 2NF | 4out of 4 | 2,462 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodville CofE Junior School High Street , Woodville DE11 7EA | 2out of 4 | 2,534 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodville Infant School High Street , Woodville DE11 7EA | 4out of 4 | 2,534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivanhoe College North Street , LE65 1HX | 3out of 4 | 3,598 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Granville Academy Burton Road , Woodville DE11 7JR | 2out of 4 | 3,740 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashby School Nottingham Road , LE65 1DT | - not rated | 3,967 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pingle Academy Coronation Street , DE11 0QA | 2out of 4 | 5,110 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 | 3,502 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Linnet Independent Learning Centre 107 Mount Pleasant Road , DE11 9JE | - not rated | 4,483 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 Ashby Woulds | The Ashby Woulds Public House, 47 Blackfordby Lane | 119 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moira Chippy | 23 Blackfordby Lane, Moira | 119 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.91 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.