School Street is in Oakthorpe, Swadlincote and in North West Leicestershire district. DE12 7RE is located in the Oakthorpe & Donisthorpe 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 School Street, Oakthorpe, Swadlincote, DE12 7RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE12 7RE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.8% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.2% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 7RE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% 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 | 27.5% | 29.2% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 51.5% | 4.3% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 4.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 14% | 10.5% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 4.4% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 39.8% | 46.9% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 34.9% | -5.6% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 13.3% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 20.4% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 13.9% | 3.9% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 16.3% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 20.4% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 22.1% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.9% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.6% | 97.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 98.3% | 98% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Street was 64.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.6% higher than the Ashby Woulds average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
School Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ashby Woulds and the 134th highest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 67.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 School Street, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-08-08 | £224,468 |
| 93 School Street, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2025-05-27 | £792,383 |
| 10 School Street, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £208,100 | 2025-03-21 | £217,587 |
| 67 School Street, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-03-14 | £201,640 |
| 7 School Street, Swadlincote, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-02-13 | £243,409 |
DE12 7RE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% 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 7RE 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakthorpe Primary School School Street , Oakthorpe DE12 7RE | 3out of 4 | 86 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Donisthorpe Primary School Ashby Road , Donisthorpe DE12 7QF | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Measham Church of England Primary School Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LG | 3out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Bosworth Road , Measham DE12 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,732 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 | 3,921 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppin Catering | 6 Huntingdon Way, Measham | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlin Fish Bar | Fish Shop, 47A Measham Road | 131 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakthorpe Recreation Ground MEASHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 293 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 | 98.5% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 1.5% |
| Median download speed | 33.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.