Burleigh Avenue is in Wigston and in Oadby And Wigston district. LE18 1FJ 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 Burleigh Avenue, Wigston, LE18 1FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE18 1FH, LE18 1HJ, LE18 1HL, LE18 1HR, LE18 1HW, LE18 1FQ, LE18 1HQ, LE18 1HZ, LE18 1GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE18 1FJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.8% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51% | 49.2% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 27.1% | 33.7% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 48.2% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 8.8% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.5%) 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 | 45.4% | 51.5% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 35% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 9.1% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 17.4% | 18.1% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 11.7% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 14.1% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.3% | 32.3% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 8.5% | 3.6% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 19.7% | 15.2% | -4.5% | 3.1% | 12.1% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.6% | 5.2% | -0.4% | 1.0% | 4.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 65.5% | 60.3% | -5.2% | 81.4% | -21.1% |
| Other | 1% | 6.1% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
In this area, 80.7% 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 | 82.2% | 80.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | -2.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.9% | 8.4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | 2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.6% | 80.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | -2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 16.7% | 16.7% | 9.8% | 6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.4% | 0% | -17.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 37% | 46.2% | -9.2% |
| Hindu | 10% | 1.7% | 8.3% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 7.4% | 0.9% | 6.5% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burleigh Avenue was 17.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.0% lower than the Wigston Fields average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burleigh Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Wigston Fields and the 40th lowest crime rate of 179 local areas in Oadby and Wigston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Burleigh Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2022-08-08 | £283,216 |
| 21 Burleigh Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-07-25 | £274,281 |
| 31 Burleigh Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2021-03-12 | £253,970 |
| 43 Burleigh Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-07-18 | £277,685 |
| 9 Burleigh Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-03-30 | £241,216 |
LE18 1FJ 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigston Menphys Nursery School Launceston Road , LE18 2FR | - not rated | 1,616 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 | 427 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale Infant School Eastcourt Road , Knighton LE2 3YA | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale Junior School Eastcourt Road , Knighton LE2 3YA | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Long Street , LE18 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire Shenley Road , LE18 3QL | 3out of 4 | 1,310 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 | 1,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lancaster Academy Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 1out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston College Station Road , LE18 2DS | 3out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Jonathan North Girls College Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 4out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 2out of 4 | 2,586 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 3,135 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 3,764 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 4,554 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 | 1,751 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Fields School 21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX | - not rated | 4,726 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 | 1,704 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester Partnership School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR | 3out of 4 | 1,763 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester High School for Girls 454 London Road , Leicester LE2 2PP | - not rated | 2,171 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Millgate School 18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW | - not rated | 2,207 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Leicester Islamic Academy 320 London Road , LE2 2PJ | - not rated | 2,826 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel Free Evangelical Church | Burleigh Avenue, Wigston | 34 yd | |
| Insomnia | 282 Leicester Road, Wigston | 121 yd | |
| @281 | 281 Leicester Road, Wigston | 218 yd | |
| The Holiday Inn (Leicester Wigston) | The Holiday Inn, 297 - 299 Leicester Road | 252 yd | |
| Ameri-cans And Treats | 289B Leicester Road, Wigston | 270 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star And Garter | 114 Leicester Road, Wigston | 579 yd | |
| The Aberdale Inn | Aberdale Inn, 111 Shackerdale Road | 747 yd | |
| William Wygston Pub | The William Wygston, 84 Leicester Road | 932 yd | |
| Tap And Barrel | 58 Leicester Road, Wigston | 932 yd | |
| Chartwell Arms | Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshly Chopped | 282 Leicester Road, Wigston | 121 yd | |
| Subway | Royal Oak, Leicester Road | 298 yd | |
| The Fish Shack | 84 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 828 yd | |
| Istanbul Barbecue House | 94 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 828 yd | |
| Don Carlo's | 88 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Royal Oak, Leicester Road | 298 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 80 Aberdale Road, Leicester | 893 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester Stage Hotel Leisure Club (Closed) Leicester Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 246 yd |
| Freer Community Centre LEICESTER ROAD | 248 yd | |
| Welford Road Playing Fields WELFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Willow Park WILLOW PARK WILLOW PARK AYLESTONE LANE | grass pitches | 987 yd |
| Knighton Park RING ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 989 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.