Willow Crescent is in Oakham and in Rutland district. LE15 6EQ is located in the Oakham South 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 Willow Crescent, Oakham, LE15 6EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE15 6EH, LE15 6EJ, LE15 6EL, LE15 6DS, LE15 6DG, LE15 6EB, LE15 6FU, LE15 6FQ, LE15 6EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE15 6EQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.1% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.9% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 28.3% | 33.6% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 50.6% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 4.9% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 41.9% | 36.9% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 41.6% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 17.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 24.2% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 12.1% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 14% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.4% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 19.6% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 19.2% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 97.8% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 96.5% | 92.7% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 92.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Crescent was 17.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.3% lower than the Oakham North East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Willow Crescent has the 6th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Oakham North East and the 22nd lowest crime rate of 99 local areas in Rutland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Willow Crescent, Oakham, Rutland Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2025-01-10 | £215,688 |
| 9 Willow Crescent, Oakham, Rutland Terraced, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2024-05-16 | £222,241 |
| 9 Willow Crescent, Oakham, Rutland Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-12-14 | £199,977 |
| 11 Willow Crescent, Oakham, Rutland Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-11-01 | £194,549 |
| 21 Willow Crescent, Oakham, Rutland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2017-11-13 | £230,625 |
LE15 6EQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Education | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School Willow Crescent , LE15 6EH | 3out of 4 | 17 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakham CofE Primary School Burley Road , LE15 6GY | 3out of 4 | 222 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catmose Primary Sandringham Close , LE15 6SH | 3out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Hill Academy Brooke Road , LE15 6HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School 1 Burley Road , Langham LE15 7HY | 3out of 4 | 3,059 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catmose College Huntsmans Drive , LE15 6RP | 4out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harington School Huntsmans Drive , Catmose Campus LE15 6RP | - not rated | 1,483 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Parks School Burley Road , LE15 6GY | 4out of 4 | 229 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakham School Chapel Close , LE15 6DT | - not rated | 556 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shires at Oakham 3 Uppingham Road , Oakham LE15 6JB | - not rated | 747 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Priory School Station Approach , LE15 6QW | - not rated | 814 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Bird | 2 Burley Road | 437 yd | |
| Hitchen's Barn | 12 Burley Road | 521 yd | |
| Sarpech | 4 Burley Corner, High Street | 577 yd | |
| Souper space at Peppers | 2a High Street | 600 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 17-17a Market Place | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Tavern Bar | 7 Crown Walk, High Street | 650 yd | |
| The Angler | 6 Mill Street | 661 yd | |
| The Captain Noel Newton | 55 High Street | 785 yd | |
| Ovation | Unit 2-3, Knights Yard, Gaol Street | 825 yd | |
| Railway Inn | The Railway, Station Road | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakham Fish Bar | 20 Ashwell Road | 431 yd | |
| Oakham Chinese Takeaway | 9 Mill Street | 661 yd | |
| Amigos Pizzas | 12 Mill Street | 661 yd | |
| Rutland Balti House | 18 Mill Street | 661 yd | |
| Hoagies | 31B High Street | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 96 South Street | 851 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Superstore, Burley Road | 999 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakham School Sports Centre SPORTS HALL SPORTS HALL KILBURN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 682 yd |
| Lime Kilms Ground CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND BROOKE ROAD | grass pitches | 815 yd |
| Oakham School (Wilson Pavilion) OAKHAM SCHOOL PAVILION OAKHAM SCHOOL PAVILION ASHWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Oakham Lawn Tennis Club THE VALE | tennis courts | 1,008 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.