Swifts Close is in Wymeswold, Loughborough and in Charnwood district. LE12 6UG is located in the The Wolds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Loughborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swifts Close, Wymeswold, Loughborough, LE12 6UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE12 6AB, LE12 6UA, LE12 6TH, LE12 6UQ, LE12 6UL, LE12 6UR, LE12 6TY, LE12 6UF, LE12 6UJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE12 6UG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.1% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.9% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LE12 6UG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.7% 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 | 20.1% | 24.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 60.7% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 7.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 (89.9%) 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 | 59.6% | 58% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 31.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 7.9% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 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.
In the area around LE12 6UG this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 54.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 9.8% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 5.8% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 11.1% | 0.6% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 11.3% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.4% | 54.6% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 20.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 96.6% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 96.4% | 96.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swifts Close was 30.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Sileby & Seagrave average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Swifts Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Sileby & Seagrave and the 159th lowest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Swifts Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-06-11 | £237,777 |
| 13 Swifts Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2013-07-01 | £420,484 |
| 11 Swifts Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2010-10-01 | £361,722 |
| 11 Swifts Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2009-02-16 | £286,133 |
| 13 Swifts Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2002-11-11 | £492,162 |
LE12 6UG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
LE12 6UG 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 | 148 |
| Retired | 104 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wymeswold Church of England Primary School Brook Street , LE12 6TU | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School Barrow Road , Burton-on-the-Wolds LE12 5TB | 4out of 4 | 3,062 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willoughby Primary School Church Lane , Willoughby-on-the-Wolds LE12 6SS | 4out of 4 | 4,318 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Costock CofE Primary School Main Street , Costock LE12 6XD | 3out of 4 | 4,544 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wymeswold Bowls Club | Memorial Hall, 5a Clay Street | 223 yd | |
| Three Crowns Wymeswold Ltd | 45 Far Street | 319 yd | |
| The Windmill Inn | 83 Brook Street | 405 yd | |
| Hammer & Pincers | A Box Of Joy, 5 East Road | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burton Lane Recreation Ground BURTON LANE | grass pitches | 338 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.