Aylestone Lane is in Wigston and in Oadby And Wigston district. LE18 1BD is located in the Wigston Fields electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harborough. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aylestone Lane, Wigston, LE18 1BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE18 2EE, LE18 1BE, LE18 2FE, LE18 2FJ, LE18 1BF, LE18 2EH, LE18 1BG, LE18 1FX, LE18 2EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE18 1BD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 54.8% | 56.8% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 45.2% | 43.2% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 | 24.1% | 31.6% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 31.6% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 14% | 4.5% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 22.8% | 20.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 14.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.1% | 43.2% | 10.1% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 27.7% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 17% | -5.1% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 6% | 8.2% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 LE18 1BD this area, 29% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.1% | 29% | -17.1% | 18.2% | 10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 14.1% | 3.3% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 12.5% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 17.3% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 19.6% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 6.7% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 93.2% | 84.8% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 3.4% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 96.8% | 91.8% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 91.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.9% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aylestone Lane was 48.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.5% lower than the Wigston All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Aylestone Lane has the 24th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Wigston All Saints and the 78th highest crime rate of 179 local areas in Oadby and Wigston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 212.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 168 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2024-08-30 | £217,286 |
| 186 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-12-01 | £222,090 |
| 178 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-11-30 | £326,146 |
| 260 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2022-12-12 | £1,201,828 |
| 188 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-04-27 | £279,362 |
LE18 1BD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LE18 1BD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigston Menphys Nursery School Launceston Road , LE18 2FR | - not rated | 1,479 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Leys Primary School Guilford Drive , LE18 1HG | 3out of 4 | 349 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Community Primary School Cheshire Drive , South Wigston LE18 4WA | 3out of 4 | 677 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Stonesby Avenue , LE2 6TY | 2out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Long Street , LE18 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hill Primary Launceston Road , LE18 2GZ | 4out of 4 | 1,381 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigston Academy Station Road , LE18 2DT | 2out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston College Station Road , LE18 2DS | 3out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lancaster Academy Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 1out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 2out of 4 | 1,883 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Jonathan North Girls College Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 4out of 4 | 1,902 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 3,412 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 3,913 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 4,807 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, 50 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | 1out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Fields School 21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX | - not rated | 4,689 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigston Birkett House Community Special School Station Road , Wigston LE18 2DT | 4out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester Partnership School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR | 3out of 4 | 2,255 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millgate School 18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW | - not rated | 2,337 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Leicester High School for Girls 454 London Road , Leicester LE2 2PP | - not rated | 2,846 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Leicester Islamic Academy 320 London Road , LE2 2PJ | - not rated | 3,329 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chartwell Cafe | Unit 6, West House | 236 yd | |
| Atalian Servest Food Co. | 17 Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 549 yd | |
| T(n)S Catering Management LTD | Cromwell, 65 Chartwell Drive | 549 yd | |
| Bethel Free Evangelical Church | Burleigh Avenue, Wigston | 721 yd | |
| Fairfield Primary School | Fairfield Community Primary School, Cheshire Drive | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chartwell Arms | Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 236 yd | |
| The Aberdale Inn | Aberdale Inn, 111 Shackerdale Road | 658 yd | |
| Star And Garter | 114 Leicester Road, Wigston | 1,012 yd | |
| The Fairfield Inn | Fairfield PH, Gloucester Crescent | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhils Eats | 246 Aylestone Lane, Wigston | 327 yd | |
| The Fish Shack | 84 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 729 yd | |
| Istanbul Barbecue House | 94 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 729 yd | |
| Don Carlo's | 88 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 729 yd | |
| Blue Breeze | 55 - 57 Queens Drive, Wigston | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Royal Oak, Leicester Road | 873 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 80 Aberdale Road, Leicester | 1,008 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Freer Community Centre LEICESTER ROAD | 861 yd | |
| Willow Park WILLOW PARK WILLOW PARK AYLESTONE LANE | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Aylestone Park Football Club (Closed) Dorset Avenue | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Leicester Stage Hotel Leisure Club (Closed) Leicester Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 925 yd |
| William Gunning Park WILLIAM GUNNING PARK WILLIAM GUNNING PARK SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| South Leicestershire College (Wigston Site) (Closed) Station Road | grass pitches | 1,017 yd |
| Welford Road Playing Fields WELFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 210.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.