Blackfriars Place is in Market Harborough and in Harborough district. LE16 7BF is located in the Market Harborough-Great Bowden & Arden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harborough. This postcode has been in use since 2007-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blackfriars Place, Market Harborough, LE16 7BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE16 7PW, LE16 7JT, LE16 7AL, LE16 7AA, LE16 7NH, LE16 7AF, LE16 7PQ, LE16 7XA, LE16 7NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE16 7BF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 52.2% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 47.8% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 33.2% | 32.8% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 37.3% | 2.2% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 1.9% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10% | 16% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 15.9% | 11.9% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 42.4% | 39.1% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 41.4% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 11.8% | -5.7% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 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 | 17.3% | 15.6% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 9.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14.8% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 34.4% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 95% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 90.9% | 92.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 5.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 92.9% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blackfriars Place was 200.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.3% higher than the Market Harborough-Great Bowden & Arden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blackfriars Place has the 7th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Market Harborough-Great Bowden & Arden and the 13th highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Harborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Blackfriars Place, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-01-17 | £198,242 |
| 7 Blackfriars Place, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-10-05 | £226,072 |
| 12 Blackfriars Place, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2021-09-03 | £217,616 |
| 4 Blackfriars Place, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2021-04-30 | £189,662 |
| 16 Blackfriars Place, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-11-25 | £176,377 |
LE16 7BF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LE16 7BF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Education | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Harborough Church of England Academy Fairfield Road , LE16 9QH | 3out of 4 | 366 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy Coventry Road , LE16 9BZ | 3out of 4 | 388 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Primary Academy The Ridgeway , LE16 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Bowden School Scotland Road , Little Bowden LE16 8AY | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowdale Primary School Meadowdale Road , LE16 7XQ | 3out of 4 | 1,702 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welland Park Academy Welland Park Road , LE16 9DR | 3out of 4 | 684 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Smyth Academy Burnmill Road , LE16 7JG | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooke House College 12 Leicester Road , LE16 7AU | - not rated | 218 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldwinckles | Aldwinckles Cafe, 8C Church Street | 66 yd | |
| Millers Artisan Cafe | 5D Church Square, Market Harborough | 72 yd | |
| Two Old Goats | Aldins Tea Rooms, 3 Church Square | 93 yd | |
| Zizzi | 47 High Street, Market Harborough | 108 yd | |
| Gallone | Harborough District Council, The Symington Building | 115 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head | The Kings Head, 30 Church Street | 66 yd | |
| Nags Head | The Nags Head, 24 Church Street | 66 yd | |
| Red Cow | 58 - 60 High Street, Market Harborough | 108 yd | |
| The Sugar Loaf | The Sugar Loaf, 18 High Street | 151 yd | |
| Harborough Town Trading Ltd | Harborough Town Football Club, Northampton Road | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Fry Fish And Chips | 64 High Street, Market Harborough | 108 yd | |
| Flames Grill | 22 High Street, Market Harborough | 124 yd | |
| Top Wok | 16 High Street, Market Harborough | 151 yd | |
| Abbey Cottage | Abbey Cottage Cantonese, 10 Abbey Street | 203 yd | |
| The Rainbow Chinese Takeaway | 23 Abbey Street, Market Harborough | 203 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, 21 The Square | 197 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, 20 Saint Marys Place | 299 yd | |
| The Coop | Co-op Store, Leicester Road | 433 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Co-op, 27 - 29 Coventry Road | 453 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Springfield Street, Market Harborough | 613 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curves (Market Harborough) 1 ANGEL COURT 1 ANGEL COURT HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 194 yd |
| Inches (Ladies Only) (Closed) Manor Walk | health and fitness suite | 283 yd |
| Symingtons Recreation Ground ST. MARYS ROAD | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Market Harborough Cricket And Squash Club Fairfield Road | grass pitches, squash courts | 608 yd |
| Welland Park Academy WELLAND PARK SCHOOL WELLAND PARK SCHOOL WELLAND PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 661 yd |
| Welland Park WELLAND PARK WELLAND PARK WELLAND PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 705 yd |
| Robert Smyth Sports Centre HAMMOND HOUSE HAMMOND HOUSE BURNMILL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 741 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 | 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200.39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200.39 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.