Green Lane is in Market Harborough and in Harborough district. LE16 9JZ is located in the Market Harborough-Welland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Green Lane, Market Harborough, LE16 9JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE16 9GG, LE16 9GA, LE16 9JU, LE16 9GB, LE16 9LG, LE16 9GD, LE16 9LT, LE16 9EQ, LE16 9GE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE16 9JZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 52.8% | 49.7% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 47.2% | 50.3% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 27% | 39.1% | 12.1% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.2% | 45.4% | -12.8% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 8.4% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.2% | 54.4% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 33.5% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 10.6% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 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.
In the area around LE16 9JZ this area, 9.2% 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 | 18.4% | 9.2% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 9.7% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 17.6% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 18.1% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.2% | 36.6% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.2% | 90% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 89.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.4% | 89.5% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 6.9% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 90.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.8% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Green Lane was 14.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.0% lower than the Market Harborough-Great Bowden & Arden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Green Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Market Harborough-Great Bowden & Arden and the 42nd lowest crime rate of 330 local areas in Harborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newhaven Green Lane, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2019-07-01 | £215,915 |
| 1 Green Lane, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2014-09-30 | £337,598 |
| Newhaven Green Lane, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2003-02-06 | £294,101 |
| Robin Hill Green Lane, Market Harborough, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2002-11-05 | £279,652 |
LE16 9JZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
LE16 9JZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farndon Fields Primary School Argyle Park , LE16 9JH | 3out of 4 | 454 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Bowden School Scotland Road , Little Bowden LE16 8AY | 3out of 4 | 966 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy Coventry Road , LE16 9BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Market Harborough Church of England Academy Fairfield Road , LE16 9QH | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Primary Academy The Ridgeway , LE16 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,250 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 | 609 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Smyth Academy Burnmill Road , LE16 7JG | 3out of 4 | 2,082 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 | 1,469 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C D S Global | Tower Canteen, Sovereign Park Industrial Estate | 473 yd | |
| Freedom Support | Unit A1 Tower Goods Inwards, Sovereign Park | 476 yd | |
| Leisure Centre Cafe | Harborough Leisure Centre, Northampton Road | 538 yd | |
| Cinnamon Lounge | 127 Northampton Road, Market Harborough | 631 yd | |
| Little Thai | Harborough Mail, 9 Northampton Road | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royalist | 29 Western Avenue, Market Harborough | 301 yd | |
| Harborough Town Trading Ltd | Harborough Town Football Club, Northampton Road | 1,054 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | Church Walk, Market Harborough | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harborough Fish Bar | 53 Western Avenue, Market Harborough | 301 yd | |
| Shanghai Way | The Chef, 2 Lathkill Street | 308 yd | |
| Market Plaice Fish&Chips | Harborough Market Hall, Northampton Road | 851 yd | |
| Classic Crepes | Market Hall, Northampton Road | 970 yd | |
| Blue Wave Fish Bar | Bluewave Fish Bar, 28 Coventry Road | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Springfield Street, Market Harborough | 925 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stores, Springfield Street | 925 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Co-op, 27 - 29 Coventry Road | 987 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, 20 Saint Marys Place | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bruno'S Fitness Centre WESTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 403 yd |
| Bowdens Park (Harborough Town Fc) NORTHAMPTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 531 yd |
| Harborough Leisure Centre HARBOROUGH LEISURE CENTRE HARBOROUGH LEISURE CENTRE NORTHAMPTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool | 531 yd |
| Welland Park Academy WELLAND PARK SCHOOL WELLAND PARK SCHOOL WELLAND PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 669 yd |
| Welland Park WELLAND PARK WELLAND PARK WELLAND PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 911 yd |
| Inches (Ladies Only) (Closed) Manor Walk | health and fitness suite | 1,012 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.