Mendip Close is in Shepshed, Loughborough and in Charnwood district. LE12 9EB is located in the Shepshed East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Loughborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mendip Close, Shepshed, Loughborough, LE12 9EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE12 9ED, LE12 9DX, LE12 9DU, LE12 9DS, LE12 9BH, LE12 9JW, LE12 9BW, LE12 9HD, LE12 9BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE12 9EB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents 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 | 50.2% | 49.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 9EB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.4% 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 | 21.2% | 19.2% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.2% | 67.4% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 23.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 7.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (89.3%) 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 | 56.6% | 46.4% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 33% | 42.9% | 9.9% | 33.6% | 9.3% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
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 9EB this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11% | 9.6% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 12.1% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 17.1% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 9.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 16.3% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 35.4% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 94.8% | 97.6% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 97.6% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.3% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mendip Close was 23.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.2% lower than the Shepshed East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mendip Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Shepshed East and the 114th lowest crime rate of 552 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.9%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Mendip Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2021-02-15 | £338,341 |
| 2 Mendip Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2018-08-29 | £305,768 |
| 2 Mendip Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2017-11-20 | £221,472 |
| 5 Mendip Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2015-08-26 | £318,376 |
| 2 Mendip Close, Loughborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2011-08-05 | £370,952 |
LE12 9EB 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 retired residents living in LE12 9EB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 30 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcroft Primary Academy Trueway Drive , Shepshed LE12 9DU | - not rated | 271 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcroft Primary School Trueway Drive , Shepshed LE12 9DU | - not rated | 271 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Forest Street , LE12 9DA | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Winefride's Catholic Voluntary Academy, Shepshed, Leicestershire Britannia Street , Shepshed LE12 9AE | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Winefride's Catholic Primary School, Shepshed, Leicestershire Britannia Street , Shepshed LE12 9AE | - not rated | 930 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveshead School Forest Street , Shepshed LE12 9DB | - not rated | 745 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Iveshead School Forest Street , Shepshed LE12 9DB | - not rated | 745 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnwood College (Upper) Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | - not rated | 3,150 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnwood College (Upper) Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | - not rated | 3,150 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnwood College (High) Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | - not rated | 3,194 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shepshed High School Forest Street , Shepshed LE12 9DA | - not rated | 547 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,588 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield School Forest Street , (Within the Iveshead Campus) LE12 9DB | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowman Academy Butthole Lane , LE12 9BN | - not rated | 784 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nanpantan Hall Nurture Centre The Coach House , Nanpantan Road LE11 3YF | - not rated | 3,066 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashmount School Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | 4out of 4 | 3,068 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughborough University Ashby Road , LE11 3TU | - not rated | 3,941 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passion | 8 Bull Ring | 707 yd | |
| Shepshed Community Cafe | 5-7 Bull Ring | 718 yd | |
| Leo's Cafe | 3b Charnwood Road | 742 yd | |
| Yam Sing | 13 Charnwood Road | 742 yd | |
| Chocalatte | 69 Charnwood Road | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull and Bush | 61 Sullington Road | 457 yd | |
| Richmond Arms | 48 Forest Street | 560 yd | |
| Shepshed Town Bowls Club | Charnwood Road | 742 yd | |
| The Black Swan | 21 Loughborough Road | 769 yd | |
| Hall Croft Tap | 20-22 Hall Croft | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charnwood Fish Bar | 17-19 Charnwood Road | 742 yd | |
| Rainbow Chinese | 9 Charnwood Road | 742 yd | |
| Satisfy Chinese Takeaway | 11 Field Street | 802 yd | |
| Law's Eater Chinese Takeaway | 10 Hall Croft | 860 yd | |
| Perfecto Pizza | 27 Britannia Street | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 48 Charnwood Road | 718 yd | |
| Asda | 25 Charnwood Road | 729 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Hall Croft | 860 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newcroft Primary Academy TRUEWAY DRIVE | grass pitches | 253 yd |
| Iveshead School FOREST STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 779 yd |
| The Dovecote Stadium THE DOVECOTE THE DOVECOTE BUTT HOLE LANE | grass pitches | 881 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 | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.