The Lant is in Shepshed, Loughborough and in Charnwood district. LE12 9PD 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 The Lant, Shepshed, Loughborough, LE12 9PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE12 9RN, LE12 9RL, LE12 9UQ, LE12 9RZ, LE12 9NS, LE12 9PB, LE12 9BZ, LE12 9PA, LE12 9UP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE12 9PD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 50.8% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45.6% | 49.2% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.4% | 39% | -1.4% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.1% | 30.7% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -13.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 11.4% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 16.6% | 14.8% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 36% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 32% | 36% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 26% | 10.9% | 12.7% | 13.3% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 1.8% | -4.6% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 24.7% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 10.7% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 11.3% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.2% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.2% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 27.5% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.1% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 96.2% | 93.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.9% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.6% | 76.7% | -10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Lant was 27.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.4% lower than the Shepshed East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Lant has the 9th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Shepshed East and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 The Lant, Loughborough, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2024-11-18 | £212,976 |
| 42 The Lant, Loughborough, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-07-11 | £164,678 |
| 48 The Lant, Loughborough, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-05-03 | £199,201 |
| The Willows, 14 - 16 The Lant, Loughborough, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £2,000,000 | 2024-03-26 | £2,050,052 |
| 38 The Lant, Loughborough, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2023-07-14 | £163,159 |
LE12 9PD 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Winefride's Catholic Voluntary Academy, Shepshed, Leicestershire Britannia Street , Shepshed LE12 9AE | 3out of 4 | 254 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's Church of England Primary School Loughborough Road , Shepshed LE12 9DN | 3out of 4 | 403 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcroft Primary Academy Trueway Drive , Shepshed LE12 9DU | 4out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxley Primary School Shepshed Thorpe Road , Shepshed LE12 9LU | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonebow Primary School Loughborough Stonebow Close , LE11 4ZH | 2out of 4 | 3,016 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveshead School Forest Street , Shepshed LE12 9DB | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnwood College Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | 2out of 4 | 3,653 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De Lisle College Loughborough Leicestershire Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | 3out of 4 | 3,887 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 | 5,110 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 , LE12 9DB | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashmount School Thorpe Hill , LE11 4SQ | 4out of 4 | 3,705 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nanpantan Hall Nurture Centre The Coach House , Nanpantan Road LE11 3YF | - not rated | 3,783 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughborough University Ashby Road , LE11 3TU | - not rated | 4,502 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sense College Loughborough Radmoor Road , LE11 3BS | - not rated | 5,253 yd | Special post 16 institution | 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 | 141 yd | |
| Shepshed Community Cafe | 5-7 Bull Ring | 174 yd | |
| Meet and Eat | 34 Hall Croft | 228 yd | |
| Livio's Restaurant | 31-33 Hall Croft | 249 yd | |
| Finkins | 37 Hall Croft | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Swan | 21 Loughborough Road | 202 yd | |
| Richmond Arms | 48 Forest Street | 204 yd | |
| Shepshed Town Bowls Club | Charnwood Road | 251 yd | |
| Hall Croft Tap | 20-22 Hall Croft | 256 yd | |
| The Golden Owl | 16 Market Place | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Law's Eater Chinese Takeaway | 10 Hall Croft | 249 yd | |
| Charnwood Fish Bar | 17-19 Charnwood Road | 251 yd | |
| Rainbow Chinese | 9 Charnwood Road | 251 yd | |
| Satisfy Chinese Takeaway | 11 Field Street | 260 yd | |
| Pizza Mia | 10 Market Place | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 25 Charnwood Road | 225 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Hall Croft | 249 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 48 Charnwood Road | 385 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dovecote Stadium THE DOVECOTE THE DOVECOTE BUTT HOLE LANE | grass pitches | 350 yd |
| Iveshead School FOREST STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 477 yd |
| Newcroft Primary Academy TRUEWAY DRIVE | grass pitches | 697 yd |
| Little Haw Lane Playing Fields THORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 901 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 | 121.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.