The Rushes is in Loughborough and in Charnwood district. LE11 5BE is located in the Loughborough Southfields electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Loughborough. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Rushes, Loughborough, LE11 5BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE11 5BG, LE11 5AZ, LE11 1QQ, LE11 5AS, LE11 5AL, LE11 5BJ, LE11 5BL, LE11 5AA, LE11 5BS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE11 5BE is primarily male, with 58.9% 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 | 45.9% | 41.1% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -9.9% |
| Male | 54.1% | 58.9% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 9.9% |
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 LE11 5BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 81% 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 | 70.3% | 81% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 43.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.2% | 12.1% | -7.1% | 44.2% | -32.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 6% | 3.3% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -5.8% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89%) 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 | 53.2% | 55.3% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 33.7% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 7.7% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 6.9% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 5.1% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24.7% | 25.7% | 1.0% | 16.9% | 8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 45.5% | 15.8% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 11% | 4.6% | -6.4% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 9.5% | 5.3% | -4.2% | 1.1% | 4.2% |
| Chinese | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 6.2% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
| Black African | 5.5% | 8.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 6.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.2% | -2.5% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 63.2% | 54.7% | -8.5% | 81.4% | -26.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 53.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 53.1% | -16.0% | 83.2% | -30.1% |
| European Union | 7.3% | 16.8% | 9.5% | 6.1% | 10.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 7% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.4% | 16.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | 10.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.1% | 53.1% | -16.0% | 83.2% | -30.1% |
| 10+ Years | 8.6% | 8.9% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.1% | 9.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 7.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 22.8% | 17.3% | 1.9% | 20.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.7% | 76.7% | -24.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 7.8% | 0.6% | 7.2% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 4.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 3.2% | 0.1% | 3.1% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 7.8% | 0.3% | 7.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 31.2% | 46.2% | -15.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 10.6% | 6.5% | 4.1% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 16.8% | 6.0% | 10.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Rushes was 1321.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 596.0% higher than the Loughborough East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Rushes has the highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Loughborough East and the 2nd highest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 576.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan In The Rushes, 21 The Rushes, Loughborough, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2025-03-24 | £412,900 |
| The Hobgoblin, 6 The Rushes, Loughborough, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £864,000 | 2024-10-25 | £870,197 |
| 29 The Rushes, Loughborough, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-06-01 | £393,442 |
| 3 The Rushes, Loughborough, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2018-04-04 | £621,227 |
| 15 - 16 The Rushes, Loughborough, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £44,000 | 2015-09-01 | £60,833 |
LE11 5BE 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.
The percentage of student residents living in LE11 5BE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 156 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Other | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School, Loughborough Hastings Street , LE11 5AX | 3out of 4 | 348 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rendell Primary School Rendell Street , LE11 1LL | 3out of 4 | 702 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughborough Church of England Primary School William Street , LE11 3BY | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cobden Primary School & Community Centre Cobden Street , LE11 1AF | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountfields Lodge School Epinal Way , LE11 3GE | 3out of 4 | 1,408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limehurst Academy Bridge Street , LE11 1NH | 3out of 4 | 307 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,965 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnwood College Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | 2out of 4 | 2,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbrook Vale School Grasmere Road , LE11 2ST | 3out of 4 | 3,062 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawlins Academy Loughborough Road , Quorn LE12 8DY | 3out of 4 | 4,518 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loughborough College Radmoor Road , LE11 3BT | - not rated | 1,058 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASPIRE: Lifeskills Town Hall Chambers , Town Hall Passage LE11 3EB | - not rated | 461 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sense College Loughborough Radmoor Road , LE11 3BS | - not rated | 792 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity College Moor Lane , LE11 1BA | - not rated | 870 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Prep School Leicester Road , Loughborough LE11 2AE | - not rated | 1,040 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughborough Amherst School Gray Street , Loughborough LE11 2DZ | - not rated | 1,057 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mugal Indian Cuisine | 40 The Rushes | 13 yd | |
| Rolling Smoke | 50 The Rushes | 13 yd | |
| Cinnamon Restaurant | 40a The Rushes | 19 yd | |
| Hubble Bubble | Hubble Bubble Cafe, 5 The Rushes | 22 yd | |
| KoJa | 5 The Rushes | 40 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Needle and Pin | 15 The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| The Tap and Clapper | 6 The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| Swan In The Rushes | The Swan In The Rushes, 21 The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| The Amber Rooms | 15 The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| Carillon Rooms | Ashby House, 1 Ashby Square | 95 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grab & Go | Kiosk 2, The Rushes Shopping Centre, The Rushes | 0 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 8a, The Rushes Shopping Centre, The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| Pizza Master | 17 The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| Wan's | 20 The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Unit 1, The Rushes Shopping Centre, The Rushes | 40 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1, The Rushes Shopping Centre, The Rushes | 40 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 12-13, The Rushes Shopping Centre, The Rushes | 135 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, Ashby Road | 162 yd | |
| Look! Oriental Supermarket | 45 Market Street | 216 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 21 Market Street | 267 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Images (Closed) 26a 26a Ashby Square | health and fitness suite | 153 yd |
| Pure Gym(Loughborough) THE RUSHES SHOPPING CENTRE THE RUSHES SHOPPING CENTRE THE RUSHES | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 172 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Loughborough) 5-7 5-7 THE RUSHES | health and fitness suite | 174 yd |
| Limehurst Academy Bridge Street | grass pitches | 303 yd |
| Jim Play High Street | health and fitness suite | 355 yd |
| Dynamite Gym Ltd 15A 15A HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 449 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Loughborough) Asha House Asha House Woodgate | health and fitness suite | 515 yd |
| John Skillen Martial Arts & Fitness Centre PINFOLD GATE | health and fitness suite | 590 yd |
| Loughborough Leisure Centre BROWNS LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 637 yd |
| St Peters Community Centre STORER ROAD | 661 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 | 73.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.