Hemlock Close is in Narborough, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE19 3SZ is located in the Narborough & Littlethorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hemlock Close, Narborough, Leicester, LE19 3SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE19 3PZ, LE19 3RY, LE19 3YU, LE19 3RX, LE19 3YW, LE19 3RZ, LE19 3YY, LE19 3DY, LE19 3WH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE19 3SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.1% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.9% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 27.9% | 36.1% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 48.3% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 6.7% | -7.0% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 7.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 60.7% | 55.3% | -5.4% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 30.6% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 8.7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.6% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 17.5% | 15.6% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 7.8% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 11.2% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 3.4% | -4.8% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 23.5% | 11.5% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.4% | 33% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 5.6% | 2.3% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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 | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.2% | 91.2% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 96.7% | 92.7% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 92.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hemlock Close was 40.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% lower than the Narborough & Littlethorpe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hemlock Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Narborough & Littlethorpe and the 131st lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hemlock Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-05-30 | £374,153 |
| 2 Hemlock Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-02-17 | £276,459 |
| 9 Hemlock Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2013-10-11 | £398,860 |
| 1 Hemlock Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2012-03-02 | £315,893 |
| 5 Hemlock Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2011-12-16 | £367,369 |
LE19 3SZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LE19 3SZ 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pastures Primary School Thornhills , Narborough LE19 3YP | 4out of 4 | 336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Hill Field Primary School Copt Oak Road , Narborough LE19 3EF | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Enderby Danemill Primary School Mill Lane , Enderby LE19 4LH | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Huncote Primary School Denman Lane , Huncote LE9 3BS | 2out of 4 | 1,279 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greystoke Primary School Thornton Drive , Narborough LE19 2GX | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockington College Blaby Road , Enderby LE19 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winstanley School Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | 2out of 4 | 5,153 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooke House Day School Croft Road , Cosby LE9 1SE | - not rated | 4,301 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lodge Farm Education Lodge Farm , Sutton In the Elms LE9 6RB | - not rated | 4,318 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxfields Academy Hospital Lane , LE8 4FE | - not rated | 5,225 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copt Oak | Hardwicke Road, Narborough | 732 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure | Leisure Centre, Carlton Park | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enderby & District Social Club | 22-24 Coleridge Drive, Enderby | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK PIZZA HOUSE | Unit 3, Copt Oak Court | 638 yd | |
| The Pastures | Unit 4, Copt Oak Court | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1, Copt Oak Court, Hardwicke Road | 643 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Pastures Primary School THORNHILLS | grass pitches | 411 yd |
| Southey Close Southey Close | grass pitches | 531 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.