Norfolk Road is in Wigston and in Oadby And Wigston district. LE18 4WJ 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 Norfolk Road, Wigston, LE18 4WJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE18 4WG, LE18 4WQ, LE18 4WA, LE18 4WE, LE18 4WD, LE18 4WN, LE18 4WF, LE18 4WH, LE18 4WP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE18 4WJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 49.4% | 49% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 51% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 4WJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 25.6% | 25.9% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 55.4% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 11.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 32.6% | 39.5% | 6.9% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 39.5% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 18% | 14.6% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 4.6% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 4WJ this area, 28.1% 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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.7% | 28.1% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 17.9% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 12.1% | 0.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 7.6% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 13.8% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 19.2% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.3% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 97% | 93.1% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 97.4% | 93.5% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 93.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norfolk Road was 92.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.9% lower than the South Wigston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norfolk Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in South Wigston and the 39th highest crime rate of 178 local areas in Oadby and Wigston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Norfolk Road, Wigston, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-09-02 | £282,765 |
| 69 Norfolk Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-05-23 | £304,336 |
| 55 Norfolk Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2022-04-14 | £278,007 |
| 56 Norfolk Road, Wigston, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-01-21 | £242,083 |
| 66 Norfolk Road, Wigston, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-12-10 | £306,162 |
LE18 4WJ 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 4WJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 1,768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Countesthorpe Nursery School The Drive , Countesthorpe LE8 5PB | - not rated | 4,632 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Community Primary School Cheshire Drive , South Wigston LE18 4WA | 3out of 4 | 188 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Community Primary School Cheshire Drive , South Wigston LE18 4WA | - not rated | 188 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Stonesby Avenue , LE2 6TY | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Stonesby Avenue , LE2 6TY | - not rated | 765 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newry Junior School The Newry , Saffron Lane Estate LE2 6ST | - not rated | 930 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 | 783 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 2out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guthlaxton College Wigston Station Road , LE18 2DS | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston College Station Road , LE18 2DS | 3out of 4 | 1,260 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Academy Station Road , LE18 2DT | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | - not rated | 1,220 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 1,382 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 1,382 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abington High School Station Road , LE18 2DU | - not rated | 1,517 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gartree High School Oadby Ridge Way , Oadby LE2 5TQ | - not rated | 4,266 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 | 1,311 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 3,802 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 4,162 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester South Fields College Aylestone Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 4,162 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regent College Regent Road , LE1 7LW | - not rated | 4,549 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 | 783 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 | 783 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 | 1,010 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 | 1,452 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Birkett House Community Special School Launceston Road , LE18 2FZ | - not rated | 1,793 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Short Course Centre 124 Wigston Lane , LE2 8TN | - not rated | 2,064 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millgate School 18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW | - not rated | 2,657 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Primary School | Fairfield Community Primary School, Cheshire Drive | 151 yd | |
| HInGlish | Unit 7, Shire Court | 275 yd | |
| Atalian Servest Food Co. | 17 Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 532 yd | |
| T(n)S Catering Management LTD | Cromwell, 65 Chartwell Drive | 532 yd | |
| SJ's Cafe | 89 Stonesby Avenue, Leicester | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fairfield Inn | Fairfield PH, Gloucester Crescent | 238 yd | |
| Chartwell Arms | Chartwell Drive, Wigston | 672 yd | |
| Aylestone Park Sports Bar | Aylestone Park Youth Football Club, 800 Saffron Lane | 769 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 50 Blaby Road, Wigston | 1,021 yd | |
| South Wigston Working Mens Club | Blaby Road, Wigston | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus Fish Bar | Unit 1, Shire Court | 275 yd | |
| Royal Garden | Unit 6, Shire Court | 275 yd | |
| Dhils Eats | 246 Aylestone Lane, Wigston | 698 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza Fritzo Wraps And Burgers | 206 Sturdee Road, Leicester | 839 yd | |
| Sturdee Plaice | 212 Sturdee Road, Leicester | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Stores Limited | Unit 8, Shire Court | 275 yd | |
| Co-operative Retail Services Ltd | 79 Blaby Road, Wigston | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| William Gunning Park WILLIAM GUNNING PARK WILLIAM GUNNING PARK SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches | 161 yd |
| Aylestone Park Football Club (Closed) Dorset Avenue | grass pitches | 208 yd |
| The Fitness Bank CORNWALL BUSINESS CENTRE CORNWALL BUSINESS CENTRE CORNWALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 624 yd |
| Eyres Monsell Baptist Free Church EYRES MONSELL BAPTIST FREE CHURCH EYRES MONSELL BAPTIST FREE CHURCH DORSET AVENUE | 678 yd | |
| Linwood Playing Field SAFFRON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy TRENANT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Sturdee Road Playing Fields STURDEE ROAD | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Blaby Road Park BLABY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,058 yd |
| South Leicestershire College (South Wigston Campus) BLABY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,066 yd |
| Rollestone Park SILSDEN RISE | grass pitches | 1,072 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.