Aylestone Lane is in Wigston and in Oadby And Wigston district. LE18 1BE 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 1BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE18 1BF, LE18 1BG, LE18 1BD, LE18 2EE, LE18 1BQ, LE18 2FE, LE18 2BJ, LE18 2FJ, LE18 1HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE18 1BE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 51.5% | 49.9% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.1% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LE18 1BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.7% | 29.5% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 55.8% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 4.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 8.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 41.5% | 38.9% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 39.7% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 16.9% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 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.
In the area around LE18 1BE this area, 28.3% 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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.4% | 28.3% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 13.1% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 10.3% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 15.5% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 22.8% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 7.1% | 3.4% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 48.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 26.3% | 26.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | 23.3% |
| Pakistani | 3.3% | 11.5% | 8.2% | 2.7% | 8.8% |
| Other Asian | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 58.3% | 48.9% | -9.4% | 81.4% | -32.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
In this area, 74.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 74.2% | -4.1% | 83.2% | -9.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 5.7% | 7.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.3% | 13.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | 7.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.5% | 74% | -3.5% | 83.2% | -9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 20.6% | 19.0% | 9.8% | 10.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.6% | 0.9% | -16.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.7% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.1% | 37.2% | -19.1% |
| Christian | 32.7% | 46.2% | -13.5% |
| Hindu | 10.6% | 1.7% | 8.9% |
| Muslim | 17.2% | 6.5% | 10.7% |
| Sikh | 12.6% | 0.9% | 11.7% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aylestone Lane was 139.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 106.6% higher than the Wigston Fields average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Aylestone Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Wigston Fields and the 20th highest crime rate of 178 local areas in Oadby and Wigston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 179 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £496,549 | 2024-03-26 | £527,122 |
| 215 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-10-31 | £311,391 |
| 173 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-10-10 | £289,916 |
| 259 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-09-01 | £296,566 |
| 215 Aylestone Lane, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-06-30 | £323,072 |
LE18 1BE 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.
LE18 1BE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LE18 1BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigston Menphys Nursery School Launceston Road , LE18 2FR | 3out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Countesthorpe Nursery School The Drive , Countesthorpe LE8 5PB | - not rated | 5,371 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | 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 | 269 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Community Primary School Cheshire Drive , South Wigston LE18 4WA | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Community Primary School Cheshire Drive , South Wigston LE18 4WA | - not rated | 753 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfields Infant School Southfields Drive , LE2 6QT | - not rated | 951 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newry Junior School The Newry , Saffron Lane Estate LE2 6ST | - not rated | 1,008 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Linwood School Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Academy Station Road , LE18 2DT | 3out of 4 | 1,265 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guthlaxton College Wigston Station Road , LE18 2DS | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston College Station Road , LE18 2DS | 3out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lancaster School Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | - not rated | 1,633 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abington High School Station Road , LE18 2DU | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | - not rated | 1,964 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gartree High School Oadby Ridge Way , Oadby LE2 5TQ | - not rated | 3,530 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Leicestershire College South Wigston Campus , Blaby Road LE18 4PH | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 3,340 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 3,850 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester South Fields College Aylestone Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 3,850 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regent College Regent Road , LE1 7LW | - not rated | 4,122 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, 50 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Goldhill Learning Foundation Goldhill Adventure Playground, Windley Road , LE2 6TL | - not rated | 726 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Birkett House Community Special School Station Road , Wigston LE18 2DT | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Birkett House Community Special School Launceston Road , LE18 2FZ | - not rated | 1,575 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorbrooke School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PB | - not rated | 2,173 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester Partnership School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR | 3out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | 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 | 293 yd | |
| Atalian Servest Food Co. | 17 Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 613 yd | |
| T(n)S Catering Management LTD | Cromwell, 65 Chartwell Drive | 613 yd | |
| SJ's Cafe | 89 Stonesby Avenue, Leicester | 718 yd | |
| Fairfield Primary School | Fairfield Community Primary School, Cheshire Drive | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chartwell Arms | Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 293 yd | |
| The Aberdale Inn | Aberdale Inn, 111 Shackerdale Road | 541 yd | |
| The Fairfield Inn | Fairfield PH, Gloucester Crescent | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhils Eats | 246 Aylestone Lane, Wigston | 222 yd | |
| The Fish Shack | 84 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 607 yd | |
| Istanbul Barbecue House | 94 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 607 yd | |
| Don Carlo's | 88 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 607 yd | |
| Subway | Royal Oak, Leicester Road | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Royal Oak, Leicester Road | 845 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 80 Aberdale Road, Leicester | 897 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aylestone Park Football Club (Closed) Dorset Avenue | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| Freer Community Centre LEICESTER ROAD | 915 yd | |
| Leicester Stage Hotel Leisure Club (Closed) Leicester Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 915 yd |
| William Gunning Park WILLIAM GUNNING PARK WILLIAM GUNNING PARK SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches | 946 yd |
| Welford Road Playing Fields WELFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| Willow Park WILLOW PARK WILLOW PARK AYLESTONE LANE | grass pitches | 1,037 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.