The Paddocks is in Waltham On The Wolds, Melton Mowbray and in Melton district. LE14 4AT is located in the Waltham-on-the-Wolds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rutland and Melton. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Paddocks, Waltham On The Wolds, Melton Mowbray, LE14 4AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE14 4AE, LE14 4AD, LE14 4AL, LE14 4AS, LE14 4AG, LE14 4AW, LE14 4AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE14 4AT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 51.5% | 49.2% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.8% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 4AT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 26.9% | 31.4% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 51.2% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 11.1% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.6% | 33.6% | -13.0% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 48.5% | 14.2% | 33.6% | 14.9% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 14.5% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 14.6% | 16% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 8.3% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 16.5% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 9.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 18.4% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 28.2% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 98% | 94.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 94.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Paddocks was 27.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% lower than the Gaddesby average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Paddocks has the 5th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Gaddesby and the 52nd lowest crime rate of 190 local areas in Melton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 The Paddocks, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2025-02-20 | £189,502 |
| 12 The Paddocks, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-04-11 | £452,074 |
| 8 The Paddocks, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-11-03 | £191,253 |
| 16 The Paddocks, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2021-05-26 | £191,987 |
| 2 The Paddocks, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2021-02-26 | £443,171 |
LE14 4AT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
LE14 4AT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 60 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham on the Wolds Church of England Primary School Melton Road , Waltham-on-the-Wolds LE14 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scalford Church of England Primary School School Lane , Scalford LE14 4DT | 3out of 4 | 4,470 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Horseshoes Inn | 4 Melton Road, Waltham On The Wolds | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Deli | The Cottage, 21 High Street | 288 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waltham Playing Fields Goadby Road | grass pitches | 456 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 | 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 | 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 | 50.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.69 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.