Rectory Lane is in Appleby Magna, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE12 7BQ is located in the Appleby 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 Rectory Lane, Appleby Magna, Swadlincote, DE12 7BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE12 7BW, DE12 7BG, DE12 7DL, DE12 7DH, DE12 7DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE12 7BQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 DE12 7BQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61% 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 | 25.5% | 19.8% | -5.7% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 61% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 16.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 7.9% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50% | 48.6% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 35.8% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 14.2% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 0.9% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 18.2% | 12.3% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 8.4% | -9.8% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.3% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 13.4% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 41.9% | 8.0% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.2% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 96% | 94.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Lane was 115.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 148.2% higher than the Appleby average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Rectory Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Appleby and the 57th highest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 680.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Rectory Lane, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2024-10-17 | £666,547 |
| 10 Rectory Lane, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-10-07 | £397,974 |
| 2 Rectory Lane, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-10-20 | £496,238 |
| Chimney Cottage, 20 Rectory Lane, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2018-09-13 | £382,613 |
| 18 Rectory Lane, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2016-04-29 | £446,239 |
DE12 7BQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DE12 7BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 57 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School Top Street , Appleby Magna DE12 7AH | 4out of 4 | 848 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Measham Church of England Primary School Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LG | 3out of 4 | 3,275 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 3,429 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakthorpe Primary School School Street , Oakthorpe DE12 7RE | 3out of 4 | 3,467 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snarestone Church of England Primary School Main Street , Snarestone DE12 7DB | 2out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleby Community Lunch | 21 Church Street, Appleby Magna | 398 yd | |
| The Crown Inn Appleby Magna | The Crown Inn, 23 Church Street | 408 yd | |
| The Cutting Garden | Unit 7, Jubilee Business Park | 839 yd | |
| Whistle stop cafe | Hill Farm, Burton Road | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Horse | Black Horse Inn, 2 Top Street | 772 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Appleby Magna Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND BOWLEYS LANE | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| Sir John Moore C Of E School TOP STREET | grass pitches | 1,055 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 | 92.9% |
| 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 | 7.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 7.1% |
| Median download speed | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.