Namur Road is in Wigston and in Oadby And Wigston district. LE18 4UJ is located in the South Wigston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harborough. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Namur Road, Wigston, LE18 4UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE18 4UA, LE18 4UP, LE18 4UD, LE18 4UQ, LE18 4XL, LE18 4UB, LE18 4YD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE18 4UJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 4UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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% | 27.1% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 54.8% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.9% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 37.1% | 43.2% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 35.4% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 17.5% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 3.3% | -4.0% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 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.
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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40% | 27.9% | -12.1% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.1% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 16.1% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 7.5% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 11.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 21.6% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.9% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.1% | 91.3% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 95.6% | 94.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 94.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.1% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Namur Road was 98.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.9% lower than the South Wigston average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Namur Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in South Wigston and the 41st highest crime rate of 179 local areas in Oadby and Wigston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Namur Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-08-11 | £239,463 |
| 23 Namur Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-08-31 | £193,511 |
| 1 Namur Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2022-08-10 | £226,612 |
| 15 Namur Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-06-24 | £256,753 |
| 16 Namur Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2020-12-04 | £218,028 |
LE18 4UJ 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 4UJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigston Menphys Nursery School Launceston Road , LE18 2FR | - not rated | 2,490 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolleston Primary School Hillsborough Road , LE2 9PT | 2out of 4 | 310 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eyres Monsell Primary School Simmins Crescent , Eyres Monsell LE2 9AH | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Stonesby Avenue , LE2 6TY | 2out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Community Primary School Cheshire Drive , South Wigston LE18 4WA | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkland Primary School South Wigston St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 2out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston College Station Road , LE18 2DS | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Academy Station Road , LE18 2DT | 2out of 4 | 2,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lancaster Academy Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 1out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Jonathan North Girls College Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 4out of 4 | 2,753 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 | 4,175 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 4,376 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 5,400 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 | 960 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Fields School 21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX | - not rated | 4,684 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 | 2,098 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxfields Academy Hospital Lane , LE8 4FE | - not rated | 2,487 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millgate School 18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW | - not rated | 3,025 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ellesmere College 40 Braunstone Lane East , LE3 2FD | 3out of 4 | 3,275 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester Partnership School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR | 3out of 4 | 3,506 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army Centre | Ladysmith Road, Wigston | 106 yd | |
| HInGlish | Unit 7, Shire Court | 521 yd | |
| LT's Kitchen | Eyres Monsell Club, Littlejohn Road | 603 yd | |
| Thelma's Kitchen | Eyres Monsell Club For Young People, Whitteney Drive South | 792 yd | |
| Shane Varney Karate School | Units 3 To 4, 9 - 13 Saffron Road | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aylestone Park Sports Bar | Aylestone Park Youth Football Club, 800 Saffron Lane | 483 yd | |
| The Fairfield Inn | Fairfield PH, Gloucester Crescent | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caprinos Pizza Fritzo Wraps And Burgers | 206 Sturdee Road, Leicester | 425 yd | |
| Sturdee Plaice | 212 Sturdee Road, Leicester | 425 yd | |
| Olympus Fish Bar | Unit 1, Shire Court | 521 yd | |
| Royal Garden | Unit 6, Shire Court | 521 yd | |
| Ocean Fish And Grill | 2 Swinford Avenue, Leicester | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Stores Limited | Unit 8, Shire Court | 521 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rollestone Park SILSDEN RISE | grass pitches | 317 yd |
| Sturdee Road Playing Fields STURDEE ROAD | grass pitches | 337 yd |
| Eyres Monsell Baptist Free Church EYRES MONSELL BAPTIST FREE CHURCH EYRES MONSELL BAPTIST FREE CHURCH DORSET AVENUE | 358 yd | |
| H.M.Y.O.I. Glen Parva (Closed) Tigers Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 452 yd |
| Linwood Playing Field SAFFRON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 520 yd |
| Rolleston Primary School HILLSBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| William Gunning Park WILLIAM GUNNING PARK WILLIAM GUNNING PARK SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Aylestone Park Football Club (Closed) Dorset Avenue | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy TRENANT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 766 yd |
| The Fitness Bank CORNWALL BUSINESS CENTRE CORNWALL BUSINESS CENTRE CORNWALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 895 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 34 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.48 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.