Carisbrooke Gardens is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE2 3PR is located in the Knighton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester South. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carisbrooke Gardens, Leicester, LE2 3PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE2 3PB, LE2 3TH, LE2 3TD, LE2 3PF, LE2 3TQ, LE2 3PA, LE2 3HJ, LE2 3TS, LE2 3HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE2 3PR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 48.5% | 48.1% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 51.5% | 51.9% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 LE2 3PR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 34.1% | 30.1% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 55.5% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 7.4% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 62.2% | 55.6% | -6.6% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 24.1% | 30% | 5.9% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 10.6% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 13.1% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 5.2% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 11.8% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.6% | 56.8% | 6.2% | 33.8% | 23.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 4.8% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 14.4% | 23.2% | 8.8% | 3.1% | 20.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 73.6% | 64.8% | -8.8% | 81.4% | -16.6% |
| Arab | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 77.8% 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 | 76.3% | 77.8% | 1.5% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 5% | 3.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 8% | 5.5% | -2.5% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7% | 12.3% | 5.3% | 5.6% | 6.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.3% | 77.8% | 2.5% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 16% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 1% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.1% | 1% | -14.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 14.4% | 1.7% | 12.7% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carisbrooke Gardens was 60.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.4% lower than the Knighton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carisbrooke Gardens has the 6th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Knighton and the 347th lowest crime rate of 942 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Carisbrooke Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-05-02 | £639,668 |
| 37 Carisbrooke Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £532,500 | 2021-05-13 | £632,068 |
| 9 Carisbrooke Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £407,500 | 2020-11-04 | £491,253 |
| 17 Carisbrooke Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £591,000 | 2019-11-11 | £777,917 |
| 3 Carisbrooke Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2019-02-22 | £726,216 |
LE2 3PR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 3,429 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy Newstead Road , LE2 3TA | 3out of 4 | 266 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Newstead Road , LE2 3TA | - not rated | 266 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale Junior School Eastcourt Road , Knighton LE2 3YA | - not rated | 698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale Junior School Eastcourt Road , Knighton LE2 3YA | 3out of 4 | 698 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overdale Infant School Eastcourt Road , Knighton LE2 3YA | - not rated | 820 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Jonathan North Community College Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sir Jonathan North Girls' College Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Lancaster School Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | - not rated | 1,150 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Lancaster Academy Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 3out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Girls' School 77 Evington Valley Road , LE5 5LL | 3out of 4 | 2,440 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 3,341 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 3,341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abington High School Station Road , LE18 2DU | - not rated | 3,449 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gartree High School Oadby Ridge Way , Oadby LE2 5TQ | - not rated | 3,751 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor High School Oadby Copse Close , Oadby LE2 4FU | - not rated | 3,849 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,502 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regent College Regent Road , LE1 7LW | - not rated | 2,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester South Fields College Aylestone Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 2,871 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 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | - not rated | 2,630 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 | 2,630 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manorbrooke School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PB | - not rated | 63 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester Partnership School Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR | 3out of 4 | 63 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Key Way Centre Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PB | - not rated | 63 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| South Lodge School London Road , LE2 3ND | - not rated | 778 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbank Grammar School 320 London Road , LE2 2PJ | - not rated | 918 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Court Conference Centre | College Court, 150 Knighton Road | 378 yd | |
| Leicester Bowling Club | Leicester Bowling Club, Kenwood Road | 424 yd | |
| Burger And Sauce | 370 London Road, Leicester | 830 yd | |
| Kafeneo By The Business Fashion | 360 Welford Road, Leicester | 858 yd | |
| Oadby Evangelical Free Church | Stoughton Road, Oadby | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cradock Arms | 201 Knighton Road, Leicester | 408 yd | |
| Welford Bar And Grill | 479 Welford Road, Leicester | 921 yd | |
| Knighton Conservative Club | 123 - 125 Clarendon Park Road, Leicester | 1,027 yd | |
| Queens Road Tap | 109 Queens Road, Leicester | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vicky's Chippy | 27 Avenue Road Extension, Leicester | 849 yd | |
| Juicy Spuds / Juicy Jacks | 151B Queens Road, Leicester | 868 yd | |
| Delight Express | 437 Welford Road, Leicester | 921 yd | |
| Leicester Far East | 437A Welford Road, Leicester | 921 yd | |
| Tins Dragon | 475 Welford Road, Leicester | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Gables Hotel Former, 368 London Road | 807 yd | |
| Co-operative Store | 202 Clarendon Park Road, Leicester | 980 yd | |
| Anna Supermarket | 349 Welford Road, Leicester | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carisbrooke Tennis Club CARISBROOKE ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 270 yd |
| The Leicestershire Lawn Tennis Club Limited WESTERNHAY ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 540 yd |
| Knighton Park Table Tennis Club (Closed) Avenue Road Extension | 892 yd | |
| Knighton Park RING ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 982 yd |
| Leicester Islamic Academy LONDON ROAD | 1,002 yd | |
| Leicester High School For Girls LONDON ROAD | tennis courts | 1,042 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 | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.