Badgers Walk is in Quorn, Loughborough and in Charnwood district. LE12 8FG is located in the Quorn & Mountsorrel Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Loughborough. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Badgers Walk, Quorn, Loughborough, LE12 8FG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE12 8FQ, LE12 8AJ, LE12 8FH, LE12 8HQ, LE12 8FJ, LE12 8AG, LE12 8AB, LE12 8EW, LE12 8AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE12 8FG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.4% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 8FG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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 | 24.6% | 22% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 58.8% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 11.5% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 3.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (90.5%) 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 | 66% | 64.4% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 16.0% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 26.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 7.3% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -5.4% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 8FG this area, 5.5% 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 53.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.6% | 5.5% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 5.8% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 14.1% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.8% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.2% | 53.4% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 19.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 95.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 96.9% | 94% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 76.7% | 17.9% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3% | 13.5% | -10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Badgers Walk was 20.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.8% lower than the Quorn & Mountsorrel Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Badgers Walk has the 4th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Quorn & Mountsorrel Castle and the 79th lowest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Badgers Walk, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2021-04-23 | £637,632 |
| 2 Badgers Walk, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2006-02-07 | £807,634 |
| 1 Badgers Walk, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2005-10-18 | £692,513 |
| 3 Badgers Walk, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, a newly built property | £167,500 | 1998-06-12 | £771,244 |
| 2 Badgers Walk, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, a newly built property | £210,000 | 1998-05-14 | £984,434 |
LE12 8FG 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School Willowcroft , Quorn LE12 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 331 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwoods Edge Primary School 21 Redwood Road , LE11 2LD | 3out of 4 | 2,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Academy Woodthorpe Road , LE11 2NF | 2out of 4 | 2,386 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse Eaves St Paul's Church of England Primary School Meadow Road, , Woodhouse Eaves LE12 8SA | 4out of 4 | 3,069 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy Beacon Road , LE11 2BG | 3out of 4 | 3,078 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawlins Academy Loughborough Road , Quorn LE12 8DY | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbrook Vale School Grasmere Road , LE11 2ST | 3out of 4 | 2,534 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Humphrey Perkins School Cotes Road , Barrow-upon-Soar LE12 8JU | 1out of 4 | 2,887 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Limehurst Academy Bridge Street , LE11 1NH | 3out of 4 | 4,343 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | 3out of 4 | 5,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loughborough College Radmoor Road , LE11 3BT | - not rated | 3,995 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Lodge Outdoor Learning Centre One Ash House , Loughborough Road LE12 8UE | - not rated | 953 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Welbeck, the Defence Sixth Form College Forest Road , Woodhouse LE12 8WD | - not rated | 2,067 yd | Institution funded by other government department | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Homefield College 217 Loughborough Road , LE12 7AR | - not rated | 2,780 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Quorn Hall School Quorn Hall , Meynell Road LE12 8QG | - not rated | 2,950 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughborough Grammar School Burton Walks , LE11 2DU | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler Henderson Cafe | Butler Henderson Cafe, Quorn And Woodhouse Railway Station, Forest Road | 268 yd | |
| Station Tea Room | Quorn And Woodhouse Railway Station, Woodhouse Road | 352 yd | |
| Tandoori Empire | 6 High Street | 885 yd | |
| Ferrari's | 4 High Street | 885 yd | |
| Kilo Wine Bar | Kilo Wine Bar, 10-12 High Street | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quorn Mills Park Bowling Club | 48 High Street | 772 yd | |
| The Blacksmiths Arms | 29 Meeting Street | 855 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 2 High Street | 885 yd | |
| The White Hart | 32 High Street | 885 yd | |
| Quorndon Fox | 46 High Street | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q Dessert | Amirul, 10 Leicester Road | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 23 Loughborough Road | 713 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Quorn Playing Fields GRAMMAR SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND GRAMMAR SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND WOODHOUSE ROAD | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Caves Field SUTTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Farley Way Stadium Farley Way Stadium Farley Way Stadium Farley Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Rawlins Academy LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 935 yd |
| 3M Healthcare Sports And Social Club ONE ASH ONE ASH LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 979 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.