Clay Court is in Measham, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE12 7BX is located in the Measham South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 2017-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clay Court, Measham, Swadlincote, DE12 7BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE12 7BU, DE12 7BP, DE12 7BT, DE12 7EA, DE12 7EJ, DE12 7GY, DE12 7EW, DE12 7EZ, DE12 7EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE12 7BX has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 47.9% | 50% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.1% | 50% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 7BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.5% 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 | 22.8% | 29.2% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 57.5% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 13.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5% | 8.8% | 3.8% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 3.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 54.9% | 8.6% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 34.5% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 7.5% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 21.9% | 15.1% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9.1% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.2% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 20.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 33.2% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.4% | 94.9% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 97.7% | 92.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 5.5% | 5.1% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clay Court was 45.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.8% lower than the Appleby average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Clay Court has the 13th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Appleby and the 146th lowest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Clay Court, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-04-30 | £225,000 |
| 3 Clay Court, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2023-04-19 | £191,654 |
| 6 Clay Court, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-11-15 | £213,954 |
| 7 Clay Court, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-10-05 | £222,818 |
| 4 Clay Court, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-09-30 | £195,417 |
DE12 7BX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 7BX 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 | 154 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measham Church of England Primary School Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LG | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 897 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakthorpe Primary School School Street , Oakthorpe DE12 7RE | 3out of 4 | 2,087 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snarestone Church of England Primary School Main Street , Snarestone DE12 7DB | 2out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School Top Street , Appleby Magna DE12 7AH | 4out of 4 | 2,699 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Restaurant | The Link, 22 High Street | 815 yd | |
| Measham Leisure Centre | Measham Leisure Centre, High Street | 818 yd | |
| Cafe 55 | 53 High Street, Measham | 818 yd | |
| The Cafe On The Corner | 32 High Street, Measham | 976 yd | |
| Measham Baptist Church | Measham Baptist Church, Chapel Street | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measham Bowling Club | Measham Bowling Club, High Street | 818 yd | |
| White Hart Inn | White Hart Public House, 13 Bosworth Road | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon-i Chinese Takeaway | 4 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 393 yd | |
| Flames Grill \& Pizza House | 12 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 393 yd | |
| Steves Fish Bar | 10 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 393 yd | |
| Codfather Fish And Chips | 30B High Street, Measham | 941 yd | |
| Measham Pizza Hub | 50 - 52 High Street, Measham | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, High Street | 818 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bosworth Road Recreation Ground BOSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Measham Community And Recreation Centre HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 920 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 | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.