Marefield Lane is in Burrough On The Hill, Melton Mowbray and in Melton district. LE14 2QX is located in the Billesdon & Tilton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rutland and Melton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marefield Lane, Burrough On The Hill, Melton Mowbray, LE14 2QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE14 2QX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 51.3% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.8% | 48.7% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 LE14 2QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 17% | 23.9% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.2% | 59% | -11.2% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 2.1% | 9% | 6.9% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 48.2% | 49% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 34.6% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12.4% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 LE14 2QX this area, 8.3% 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 | 18.1% | 8.3% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 13.6% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.5% | 4.5% | -4.0% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 22.7% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 34.1% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.2% | 98% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 97.3% | 96.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 67.3% | 46.2% | 21.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 1.3% | 6.0% | -4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marefield Lane was 50.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.8% higher than the Billesdon & Tilton average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Marefield Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Billesdon & Tilton and the 123rd highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Harborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.4%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Trees Marefield Lane, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-12-05 | £442,236 |
| The Bungalow Marefield Lane, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2018-02-14 | £395,381 |
| Cawthorne Marefield Lane, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2016-09-02 | £1,086,839 |
| Mylva Marefield Lane, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2006-05-19 | £401,968 |
| Burrough Court Farm House Marefield Lane, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2005-01-14 | £818,391 |
LE14 2QX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerby Primary School High Street , Somerby LE14 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,273 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Therapeutic School 15 - 17 Somerby Road , Knossington LE15 8LY | - not rated | 5,146 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.