Burton Road is in Measham, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE12 7NH 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 Burton Road, Measham, Swadlincote, DE12 7NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE12 7GF, DE12 7GG, DE12 7LY, DE12 7GH, DE12 7LZ, DE12 7HW, DE12 7NL, DE12 7GA, DE12 7HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE12 7NH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 52.3% | 47.7% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 47.7% | 52.3% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 30.8% | 28.8% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 50.7% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 9.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 43% | 35.2% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 39.4% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 15.5% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 7.2% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.6% | 28% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 10.7% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12.6% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.6% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 16.4% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 22% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 90.9% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
In this area, 86.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.8% | 86.7% | -10.1% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 9.1% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 86.7% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.7% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 7.5% | 1.3% | 6.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burton Road was 41.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.6% lower than the Appleby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burton Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Appleby and the 129th lowest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Burton Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-02-21 | £380,366 |
| 16 Burton Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-05-10 | £169,567 |
| 10 Burton Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2024-05-03 | £175,926 |
| 32 Burton Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-03-15 | £154,627 |
| 32 Burton Road, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2024-01-15 | £122,629 |
DE12 7NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 730 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakthorpe Primary School School Street , Oakthorpe DE12 7RE | 3out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Donisthorpe Primary School Ashby Road , Donisthorpe DE12 7QF | 3out of 4 | 2,523 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School Top Street , Appleby Magna DE12 7AH | 4out of 4 | 3,033 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 Leisure Centre | Measham Leisure Centre, High Street | 297 yd | |
| Cafe 55 | 53 High Street, Measham | 297 yd | |
| Hong Kong Restaurant | The Link, 22 High Street | 297 yd | |
| Measham Baptist Church | Measham Baptist Church, Chapel Street | 436 yd | |
| The Cafe On The Corner | 32 High Street, Measham | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measham Bowling Club | Measham Bowling Club, High Street | 297 yd | |
| Buckos Bar | Ex Servicemens Club, Queens Street | 580 yd | |
| White Hart Inn | White Hart Public House, 13 Bosworth Road | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codfather Fish And Chips | 30B High Street, Measham | 476 yd | |
| Dragon-i Chinese Takeaway | 4 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 508 yd | |
| Flames Grill \& Pizza House | 12 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 508 yd | |
| Steves Fish Bar | 10 Fenton Crescent, Measham | 508 yd | |
| Measham Pizza Hub | 50 - 52 High Street, Measham | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, High Street | 297 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Measham Community And Recreation Centre HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 263 yd |
| Bosworth Road Recreation Ground BOSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 690 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 | 80.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.8% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.