Peacock Gardens is in East Leake, Loughborough and in Rushcliffe district. LE12 6XT is located in the Leake electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 2018-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Peacock Gardens, East Leake, Loughborough, LE12 6XT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE12 6WJ, LE12 6WG, LE12 6XU, LE12 6WQ, LE12 6WN, LE12 6WL, LE12 6WP, LE12 6PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE12 6XT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.6% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.4% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 LE12 6XT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% 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 | 22.6% | 47.8% | 25.2% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 41.3% | -11.7% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 0.7% | -14.5% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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 (92.9%) 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 | 38.2% | 63.6% | 25.4% | 48.4% | 15.2% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 29.3% | -8.5% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 5.6% | -11.9% | 12.7% | -7.1% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 1.3% | -4.5% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 6XT this area, 4.3% 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 45%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 4.3% | -24.0% | 18.2% | -13.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 6.6% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.7% | 14% | 5.3% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 25.3% | 11.4% | 16.9% | 8.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 45% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 11.2% |
| Other | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.9% | 96% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 94.5% | 93.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63% | 37.2% | 25.8% |
| Christian | 32.2% | 46.2% | -14.0% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Peacock Gardens was 22.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.9% lower than the Bunny average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Peacock Gardens has the 18th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Bunny and the 122nd lowest crime rate of 372 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 76.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Peacock Gardens, Loughborough, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-09-08 | £320,000 |
| 9 Peacock Gardens, Loughborough, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-03-28 | £240,918 |
| 17 Peacock Gardens, Loughborough, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2025-01-24 | £241,667 |
| 17 Peacock Gardens, Loughborough, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £249,900 | 2024-11-01 | £260,375 |
| 13 Peacock Gardens, Loughborough, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-09-29 | £262,575 |
LE12 6XT 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 | 255 |
| Part-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Primary School School Green , East Leake LE12 6LG | - not rated | 675 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School Lantern Lane , East Leake LE12 6QN | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Costock CofE Primary School Main Street , Costock LE12 6XD | 3out of 4 | 2,410 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton-on-Soar Primary School Main Street , Normanton-on-Soar LE12 5HB | 2out of 4 | 4,577 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Bonington Primary School Park Lane , Sutton Bonington LE12 5NH | 3out of 4 | 4,679 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Leake Academy Lantern Lane , East Leake LE12 6QN | 3out of 4 | 1,571 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thea's Kitchen | Three Horseshoes, Brookside | 609 yd | |
| Double D's Coffee | 42 Main Street, East Leake | 807 yd | |
| Joes Kitchen | Nags Head, 14 Main Street | 828 yd | |
| The Cottage | 52 Main Street, East Leake | 828 yd | |
| Bryer's | Bryers, 11 - 13 Gotham Road | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Round Robinn | 54 Main Street, East Leake | 828 yd | |
| The Bulls Head East Leake | Bulls Head, 78 Main Street | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopstick House | 56 Main Street, East Leake | 828 yd | |
| East Leake Pizza Kitchen | East Leake Pizza, 75A Main Street | 872 yd | |
| East Leake Fish Bar | 61 Main Street, East Leake | 893 yd | |
| Golden Star Chinese Take-away | 79 Main Street, East Leake | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Cooperative Food, 87 Main Street | 893 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.