Tennyson Close is in Measham, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE12 7ET is located in the Measham South 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 Tennyson Close, Measham, Swadlincote, DE12 7ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE12 7GB, DE12 7ES, DE12 7GA, DE12 7NA, DE12 7ER, DE12 7EU, DE12 7GL, DE12 7EX, DE12 7GH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE12 7ET has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 47.4% | 49.8% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 52.6% | 50.2% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 7ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% 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% | 28.2% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 52.5% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 8.8% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 9.4% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 36.7% | 40.8% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 32.7% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 20% | 20.4% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 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.
In the area around DE12 7ET this area, 29.1% 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 29.1% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 7.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 13.7% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.5% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 23.1% | 15.7% | 16.9% | 6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 17.6% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 9.5% | 3.3% | -6.2% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.5% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 91.2% | 95.3% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 4.3% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 95.3% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tennyson Close was 23.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.9% lower than the Appleby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tennyson Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Appleby and the 52nd lowest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Tennyson Close, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2025-01-13 | £271,925 |
| 18 Tennyson Close, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-10-04 | £268,769 |
| 22 Tennyson Close, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2024-01-03 | £271,822 |
| 30 Tennyson Close, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-02-03 | £215,060 |
| 9 Tennyson Close, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2022-07-29 | £314,208 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DE12 7ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 875 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,049 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakthorpe Primary School School Street , Oakthorpe DE12 7RE | 3out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School Top Street , Appleby Magna DE12 7AH | 4out of 4 | 2,664 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snarestone Church of England Primary School Main Street , Snarestone DE12 7DB | 2out of 4 | 2,910 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 | 580 yd | |
| Measham Leisure Centre | Measham Leisure Centre, High Street | 582 yd | |
| Cafe 55 | 53 High Street, Measham | 582 yd | |
| Poppin Catering | 6 Huntingdon Way, Measham | 757 yd | |
| Measham Baptist Church | Measham Baptist Church, Chapel Street | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measham Bowling Club | Measham Bowling Club, High Street | 582 yd | |
| White Hart Inn | White Hart Public House, 13 Bosworth Road | 875 yd | |
| Buckos Bar | Ex Servicemens Club, Queens Street | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon-i Chinese Takeaway | 4 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 140 yd | |
| Flames Grill \& Pizza House | 12 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 140 yd | |
| Steves Fish Bar | 10 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 140 yd | |
| Codfather Fish And Chips | 30B High Street, Measham | 770 yd | |
| Measham Pizza Hub | 50 - 52 High Street, Measham | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, High Street | 582 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Measham Community And Recreation Centre HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 626 yd |
| Bosworth Road Recreation Ground BOSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 826 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 | 95.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.1% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.