Kingston Avenue is in Wigston and in Oadby And Wigston district. LE18 1HJ 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 Kingston Avenue, Wigston, LE18 1HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE18 1HL, LE18 1FJ, LE18 1FH, LE18 1HW, LE18 1HR, LE18 1JU, LE18 1GA, LE18 1FG, LE18 1JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE18 1HJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents 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 | 54.5% | 52.1% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 45.5% | 47.9% | 2.4% | 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 1HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.6% 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 | 19.9% | 24.3% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 56.6% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 12.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 6.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.2% | 47.9% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 35.5% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 12.4% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.2% | 18.6% | 0.4% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 9.3% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 8.9% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 6.8% | -1.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.3% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.9% | 36.9% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 9.1% | 4.2% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.4% 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% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.9% | 12% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 8.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 89.6% | 78.4% | -11.2% | 81.4% | -3.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 82.2% 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 | 89.9% | 82.2% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 7.9% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 82.2% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 12.3% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 1.7% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Sikh | 7.9% | 0.9% | 7.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingston Avenue was 166.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 124.4% higher than the Wigston Fields average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Kingston Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Wigston Fields and the 19th highest crime rate of 179 local areas in Oadby and Wigston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2700.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Kingston Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-10-18 | £239,264 |
| 18 Kingston Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-07-28 | £204,943 |
| 54 Kingston Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-01-10 | £252,500 |
| 22 Kingston Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2022-01-28 | £214,834 |
| 24 Kingston Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2021-09-29 | £234,670 |
LE18 1HJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigston Menphys Nursery School Launceston Road , LE18 2FR | - not rated | 1,670 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 | 422 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale Infant School Eastcourt Road , Knighton LE2 3YA | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale Junior School Eastcourt Road , Knighton LE2 3YA | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Long Street , LE18 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire Shenley Road , LE18 3QL | 3out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lancaster Academy Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 1out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Academy Station Road , LE18 2DT | 2out of 4 | 1,568 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston College Station Road , LE18 2DS | 3out of 4 | 1,665 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Jonathan North Girls College Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 4out of 4 | 1,691 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 2out of 4 | 2,608 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 | 3,080 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 3,708 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 4,499 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 | 1,730 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Fields School 21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX | - not rated | 4,671 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester Partnership School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR | 3out of 4 | 1,713 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Birkett House Community Special School Station Road , Wigston LE18 2DT | 4out of 4 | 1,751 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester High School for Girls 454 London Road , Leicester LE2 2PP | - not rated | 2,140 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Millgate School 18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW | - not rated | 2,151 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Leicester Islamic Academy 320 London Road , LE2 2PJ | - not rated | 2,778 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 | 87 yd | |
| Insomnia | 282 Leicester Road, Wigston | 113 yd | |
| @281 | 281 Leicester Road, Wigston | 183 yd | |
| The Holiday Inn (Leicester Wigston) | The Holiday Inn, 297 - 299 Leicester Road | 208 yd | |
| Ameri-cans And Treats | 289B Leicester Road, Wigston | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star And Garter | 114 Leicester Road, Wigston | 634 yd | |
| The Aberdale Inn | Aberdale Inn, 111 Shackerdale Road | 708 yd | |
| Chartwell Arms | Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 985 yd | |
| William Wygston Pub | The William Wygston, 84 Leicester Road | 988 yd | |
| Tap And Barrel | 58 Leicester Road, Wigston | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshly Chopped | 282 Leicester Road, Wigston | 113 yd | |
| Subway | Royal Oak, Leicester Road | 243 yd | |
| The Fish Shack | 84 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 786 yd | |
| Istanbul Barbecue House | 94 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 786 yd | |
| Don Carlo's | 88 Shackerdale Road, Leicester | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Royal Oak, Leicester Road | 243 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 80 Aberdale Road, Leicester | 840 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester Stage Hotel Leisure Club (Closed) Leicester Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 203 yd |
| Freer Community Centre LEICESTER ROAD | 299 yd | |
| Welford Road Playing Fields WELFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 583 yd |
| Knighton Park RING ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 949 yd |
| Willow Park WILLOW PARK WILLOW PARK AYLESTONE LANE | grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 156.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.