Wakes Close is in Dunton Bassett, Lutterworth and in Harborough district. LE17 5LL is located in the Dunton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wakes Close, Dunton Bassett, Lutterworth, LE17 5LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE17 5JH, LE17 5JN, LE17 5JJ, LE17 5JG, LE17 5JT, LE17 5JQ, LE17 5LW, LE17 5JW, LE17 5JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE17 5LL 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 | 53.3% | 49.2% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46.7% | 50.8% | 4.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.4% | 30.6% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 46.6% | -11.0% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 11.2% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 9.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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% | 50.2% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 43.2% | 32.8% | -10.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 18% | 16.4% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.6% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.1% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.9% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 33.8% | -0.3% | 33.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.4% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.6% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 96.8% 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% | 96.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 96.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wakes Close was 79.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 100.5% higher than the Bosworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wakes Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Bosworth and the 62nd highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Harborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Wakes Close, Lutterworth, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-12-13 | £387,573 |
| 11 Wakes Close, Lutterworth, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2019-03-15 | £413,175 |
| 9 Wakes Close, Lutterworth, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2015-04-20 | £526,029 |
| 3 Wakes Close, Lutterworth, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2014-08-06 | £455,423 |
| 2 Wakes Close, Lutterworth, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2007-10-12 | £533,507 |
LE17 5LL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
LE17 5LL 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunton Bassett Primary School The Mount , Dunton Bassett LE17 5JL | 3out of 4 | 155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallbrook Primary School Hallbrook Road , LE9 6WX | 3out of 4 | 2,315 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Mill Primary School Station Road , Broughton Astley LE9 6PT | 3out of 4 | 2,819 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley Blenheim Crescent , Broughton Astley LE9 6QX | 3out of 4 | 3,789 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilmorton Chandler Church of England Primary School Church Lane , Gilmorton LE17 5LU | 4out of 4 | 3,938 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Estley Community College Station Road , Broughton Astley LE9 6PT | 3out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge Farm Education Lodge Farm , Sutton In the Elms LE9 6RB | - not rated | 4,466 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke House Day School Croft Road , Cosby LE9 1SE | - not rated | 4,514 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield School The Dutch Barn , Main Street LE17 5EE | - not rated | 4,778 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunton Bassett Arms Restaurant Limited | Dunton Bassett Arms, 9 Bennetts Hill | 121 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunton Bassett Arms | Dunton Bassett Arms, 9 Bennetts Hill | 85 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dunton And Broughton Rangers Football Club FOOTBALL GROUND FOOTBALL GROUND STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 814 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 | 48.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.45 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.45 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.87 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.