Jewsbury Avenue is in Measham, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE12 7LE is located in the Measham North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jewsbury Avenue, Measham, Swadlincote, DE12 7LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE12 7LD, DE12 7LQ, DE12 7LB, DE12 7SD, DE12 7JJ, DE12 7JQ, DE12 7JG, DE12 7LH, DE12 7AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE12 7LE is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population 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 | 48% | 46.3% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 52% | 53.7% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
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 | 28.8% | 35.2% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 46.7% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.2% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 12.3% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 52% | 53.7% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 32.2% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 5.9% | 9.1% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 1% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 17% | 13.7% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 12.8% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 14.5% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 21.1% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 30% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0.9% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 95% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 94.4% | 94.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jewsbury Avenue was 44.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.8% lower than the Appleby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Jewsbury Avenue has the 13th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Appleby and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jewsbury Avenue, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2023-08-15 | £201,130 |
| 16 Jewsbury Avenue, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2021-03-15 | £187,340 |
| 4 Jewsbury Avenue, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £244,500 | 2019-10-04 | £303,578 |
| 11 Jewsbury Avenue, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2017-06-23 | £282,834 |
| 12 Jewsbury Avenue, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2015-10-09 | £341,387 |
DE12 7LE 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 | 103 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 94 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Measham Church of England Primary School Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LG | 3out of 4 | 224 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakthorpe Primary School School Street , Oakthorpe DE12 7RE | 3out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Donisthorpe Primary School Ashby Road , Donisthorpe DE12 7QF | 3out of 4 | 2,781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snarestone Church of England Primary School Main Street , Snarestone DE12 7DB | 2out of 4 | 3,043 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measham Cantonese | 99 High Street, Measham | 456 yd | |
| Jacket Potatoes @ The Bird | The Bird In Hand, 38 High Street | 456 yd | |
| Age Concern | Measham Business Centre, 56 High Street | 476 yd | |
| The Cafe On The Corner | 32 High Street, Measham | 509 yd | |
| Measham Baptist Church | Measham Baptist Church, Chapel Street | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart Inn | White Hart Public House, 13 Bosworth Road | 366 yd | |
| Buckos Bar | Ex Servicemens Club, Queens Street | 576 yd | |
| Measham Bowling Club | Measham Bowling Club, High Street | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michaels Plaice | 97 High Street, Measham | 456 yd | |
| Measham Pizza Hub | 50 - 52 High Street, Measham | 483 yd | |
| Codfather Fish And Chips | 30B High Street, Measham | 535 yd | |
| Dragon-i Chinese Takeaway | 4 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 1,024 yd | |
| Flames Grill \& Pizza House | 12 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, High Street | 661 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bosworth Road Recreation Ground BOSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 269 yd |
| Measham Community And Recreation Centre HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 746 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 | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| 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 | 44.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.