Well Lane is in Hinckley and in Hinckley And Bosworth district. LE10 1QL is located in the Hinckley De Montfort electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bosworth. This postcode has been in use since 2017-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Well Lane, Hinckley, LE10 1QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE10 1RH, LE10 1AX, LE10 1QH, LE10 1RP, LE10 1QG, LE10 1RJ, LE10 1RW, LE10 1PS, LE10 1PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE10 1QL is primarily male, with 54.1% 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 | 47.7% | 45.9% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 52.3% | 54.1% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 5.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LE10 1QL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 57.1% | 53.5% | -3.6% | 37.9% | 15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.9% | 25.9% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -18.3% |
| Separated | 5% | 3.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10% | 14.4% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 40.3% | 46.7% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 45.8% | 33.9% | -11.9% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 14.8% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 16.1% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 14.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 17.2% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 17.5% | 2.1% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 24.8% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.2% | 92.6% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 86.2% 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 | 90.5% | 86.2% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 10.2% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 86% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 5% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Well Lane was 200.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.4% higher than the Hinckley Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Well Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Hinckley Castle and the 17th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in Hinckley and Bosworth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 114.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Well Lane, Hinckley, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2022-05-20 | £238,492 |
| 3 Well Lane, Hinckley, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2020-10-08 | £233,399 |
| 2 Well Lane, Hinckley, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2019-06-28 | £233,938 |
| 6 Well Lane, Hinckley, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £162,500 | 2017-05-05 | £244,805 |
| 3 Well Lane, Hinckley, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £154,995 | 2017-05-04 | £229,820 |
| Full-Time Employee | 165 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sketchley Hill Menphys Nursery School, Burbage Sketchley Road , Burbage LE10 2DY | - not rated | 2,455 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinckley Parks Primary School Leicester Road , LE10 1LP | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley Station Road , LE10 1AW | 2out of 4 | 581 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Peter's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy London Road , LE10 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 693 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Primary School Towers Drive , LE10 0ZD | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Battling Brook Primary School Frederick Avenue , LE10 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redmoor Academy Wykin Road , LE10 0EP | 2out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinckley Academy and John Cleveland Sixth Form Centre Butt Lane , LE10 1LE | - not rated | 1,631 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hastings High School St Catherine's Close , Burbage LE10 2QE | 3out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Martin's Catholic Voluntary Academy Stoke Golding , CV13 6HT | 3out of 4 | 3,831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heath Lane Academy Heath Lane , Earl Shilton LE9 7PD | 3out of 4 | 4,729 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R.E.A.L Independent Schools Hinckley 27 Station Road , Hinckley LE10 1AP | - not rated | 829 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Goodman School Hinckley Stoke Road , LE10 0EA | 4out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dovetree School Ferness Road , Hinckley LE10 0TB | - not rated | 1,099 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sketchley School Manor Way , Sketchley LE10 3HT | - not rated | 2,359 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Barwell 146 Hinkley Road , Barwell LE9 8DN | - not rated | 2,516 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hinckley And District Museum Ltd | 30 Lower Bond Street, Hinckley | 205 yd | |
| Silchar Indian Dining | Silchar, 13A Lower Bond Street | 205 yd | |
| Aramark Ltd At North Warwick And South Leicester College | North Warwickshire And Hinckley College, Lower Bond Street | 205 yd | |
| Hansom Cafe | Cafe, Atkins Building | 230 yd | |
| Hinckley Baptist Church | Baptist Walk, Hinckley | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speakeasy48 Ltd | 48 Druid Street, Hinckley | 76 yd | |
| The Black Horse | Black Horse Inn, 44 Upper Bond Street | 102 yd | |
| Queens Head | 40 Upper Bond Street, Hinckley | 104 yd | |
| Duke Of Rutland | Lower Bond Street, Hinckley | 205 yd | |
| The Bond Street Distillery | Ashcroft House, 127 Upper Bond Street | 228 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kam Ying Chinese Takeaway | Kam Ying Cantonese Takeaway, 53 - 55 Upper Bond Street | 97 yd | |
| 4 Ways Fish And Chips | 15 Derby Road, Hinckley | 312 yd | |
| Food Paradise | 17 Derby Road, Hinckley | 312 yd | |
| Kobs 4 U | 44 Derby Road, Hinckley | 358 yd | |
| One A Pizza House | 27 The Borough, Hinckley | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Food Stores | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Holliers Walk | 234 yd | |
| Lidl | 57 Coventry Road, Hinckley | 617 yd | |
| Iceland | 17 Waterloo Road, Hinckley | 716 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 20 Rugby Road, Hinckley | 862 yd | |
| Tesco | 165 - 167 London Road, Hinckley | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Empire Fitness DRUID STREET | health and fitness suite | 81 yd |
| Brogans Fitness Centre (Closed) New Buildings | health and fitness suite | 339 yd |
| Ladies First Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Spa House 10-12 Spa House 10-12 The Lawns | health and fitness suite | 607 yd |
| Hinckley Leisure Centre ARGENTS MEAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 617 yd |
| Hinckley Leisure Centre (Closed) Coventry Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 618 yd |
| Places Gym (Hinckley) STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Mount Grace High School (Closed) Leicester Road | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Hinckley Squash Club (Closed) Brunel Road | squash courts | 755 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Hinckley) SAINSBURYS SAINSBURYS RUGBY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Queens Park (Closed) London Road | grass pitches | 867 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.