Godwin Avenue is in Wigston and in Oadby And Wigston district. LE18 3PL is located in the Wigston Meadowcourt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harborough. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Godwin Avenue, Wigston, LE18 3PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE18 3QD, LE18 3WY, LE18 3QR, LE18 3WW, LE18 3AB, LE18 3QW, LE18 1PA, LE18 3YA, LE18 3RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE18 3PL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 49.8% | 48.6% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.4% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 28.4% | 33.6% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 44.2% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 12% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 46.1% | 40.1% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 36.7% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 17.6% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 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 | 18.7% | 16.6% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 6.7% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 18.4% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 28.3% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 10.9% | 8.4% | 3.1% | 7.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 90.9% | 79.8% | -11.1% | 81.4% | -1.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 87.8% 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 | 94.3% | 87.8% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 87.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 7.4% | 0.9% | 6.5% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Godwin Avenue was 33.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.0% lower than the Wigston All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Godwin Avenue has the 26th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Wigston All Saints and the 78th lowest crime rate of 179 local areas in Oadby and Wigston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Godwin Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-03-15 | £203,499 |
| 12 Godwin Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-08-25 | £228,820 |
| 2 Godwin Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2022-12-22 | £218,649 |
| 1 Godwin Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-02-12 | £231,979 |
| 14 Godwin Avenue, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2017-09-15 | £200,616 |
LE18 3PL 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 3PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | - not rated | 836 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadow Community Primary School Meadow Way , Wigston Magna LE18 3QZ | 2out of 4 | 374 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Long Street , LE18 2AH | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hill Primary Launceston Road , LE18 2GZ | 4out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire Shenley Road , LE18 3QL | 3out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenmere Community Primary School Estoril Avenue , LE18 3RD | 4out of 4 | 1,024 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 | 1,129 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston College Station Road , LE18 2DS | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gartree High School Ridge Way , Oadby LE2 5TQ | 4out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp College Ridge Way , Oadby LE2 5TP | 4out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 2out of 4 | 2,739 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 | 4,435 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 5,113 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 Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, 50 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | 1out of 4 | 2,789 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,250 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester Partnership School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR | 3out of 4 | 2,951 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester High School for Girls 454 London Road , Leicester LE2 2PP | - not rated | 2,967 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Millgate School 18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW | - not rated | 3,574 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Leicester Islamic Academy 320 London Road , LE2 2PJ | - not rated | 3,927 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Neighbour Hub | 66 Boulter Crescent, Wigston | 116 yd | |
| Cuisine Of India | Kelmarsh Avenue, Wigston | 172 yd | |
| Menphys Charity | 37 - 37A Bell Street, Wigston | 281 yd | |
| Meadow Community Primary School \& Preschool | Meadow Community Primary School, Meadow Way | 294 yd | |
| Cafe Bocca | 3 Bell Street, Wigston | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Steeples | 51 Bell Street, Wigston | 317 yd | |
| Horse \& Trumpet | Horse And Trumpet, Bull Head Street | 342 yd | |
| Wigston \& District Conservative Club | 38 Long Street, Wigston | 470 yd | |
| Tap And Barrel | 58 Leicester Road, Wigston | 495 yd | |
| William Wygston Pub | The William Wygston, 84 Leicester Road | 495 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Box | 31 Leicester Road, Wigston | 459 yd | |
| The Perfect Pizza Company | 15 Leicester Road, Wigston | 459 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 73 Leicester Road, Wigston | 459 yd | |
| Wigston Chinese | 45 Leicester Road, Wigston | 459 yd | |
| High Gain House | 71 Leicester Road, Wigston | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Foodstore Ltd | Bull Head Street, Wigston | 199 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, 22 Bell Street | 317 yd | |
| Iceland | 10 - 14 Bell Street, Wigston | 317 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 71-95 Moat Street, Wigston | 544 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Meadow Community Primary School MEADOW WAY | grass pitches | 292 yd |
| Unique Physique PADDOCK STREET | health and fitness suite | 299 yd |
| Peace Memorial Park PADDOCK STREET | tennis courts | 407 yd |
| Wigston Conservative Club LONG STREET | 469 yd | |
| All Saints Church Of England School LONG STREET | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Her Gym (Closed) Long Street | health and fitness suite | 625 yd |
| Willow Park WILLOW PARK WILLOW PARK AYLESTONE LANE | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy SHENLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Horsewell Community Centre Launceston Road | 935 yd | |
| Glenmere Community Primary School ESTORIL AVENUE | grass pitches | 950 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.