Overview of LE2 6NX

  • People
    View
  • Culture
    View
  • Safety
    View
  • Affluence
    View
  • Property Prices
    Average Price: £189,511
    View
  • Employment
    View
  • Schools
    View
  • Food And Drink
    View
  • Sport
    View
  • Broadband
    View
Click on the map to change the analyzed area

North End Close is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE2 6NX is located in the Saffron electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about North End Close, Leicester, LE2 6NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: LE2 6LN, LE2 6NE, LE2 6NH, LE2 6NQ, LE2 6LB, LE2 6SA, LE2 6NS, LE2 6LS, LE2 6NF.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE2 6NX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female56.1%51.6%-4.5% 51.0% 0.6%
Male43.9%48.4%4.5% 49.0% -0.6%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

In the immediate area around LE2 6NX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single49.6%46.2%-3.4% 37.9% 8.3%
Married: Opposite sex29.8%37.6%7.8% 44.2% -6.6%
Civil partnership: Same sex0%0.8%0.8% 0.1% 0.7%
Separated4.3%2.3%-2.0% 2.2% 0.1%
Divorced9.7%8.6%-1.1% 9.1% -0.5%
Widowed6.6%4.5%-2.1% 6.1% -1.6%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health40.9%47.1%6.2% 48.4% -1.3%
Good health35.4%28.9%-6.5% 33.6% -4.7%
Fair health14.4%14.7%0.3% 12.7% 2.0%
Bad health6.5%6.1%-0.4% 4.0% 2.1%
Very bad health2.7%3.3%0.6% 1.2% 2.1%

Education and Qualifications

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 LE2 6NX this area, 34.9% 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 21.9%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications54.7%34.9%-19.8% 18.2% 16.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 15.5%11.9%-3.6% 9.6% 2.3%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels9.7%11.2%1.5% 13.4% -2.2%
Apprenticeship1.6%4.5%2.9% 5.3% -0.8%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels6.2%10.8%4.6% 16.9% -6.1%
Degree or Similar6.6%21.9%15.3% 33.8% -11.9%
Other5.8%4.8%-1.0% 2.8% 2.0%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi2.2%0%-2.2% 1.1% -1.1%
Chinese0.3%0%-0.3% 0.7% -0.7%
Indian3.3%5.8%2.5% 3.1% 2.7%
Other Asian5.7%4.8%-0.9% 1.6% 3.2%
Black African3%7.8%4.8% 2.5% 5.3%
Black Caribbean2.5%1%-1.5% 1.0% 0.0%
Other Black0.8%3.5%2.7% 0.5% 3.0%
Mixed White and Asian0%1%1.0% 0.8% 0.2%
Mixed White and African0.3%0%-0.3% 0.4% -0.4%
Mixed White and Caribbean2.2%1%-1.2% 0.9% 0.1%
Mixed Other0.5%0.8%0.3% 0.8% 0.0%
White77.9%69.9%-8.0% 81.4% -11.5%
Arab0%0.3%0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Other1.4%4.1%2.7% 1.6% 2.5%

Country of Birth

In this area, 73.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom86.4%73.4%-13.0% 83.2% -9.8%
European Union1.1%13.8%12.7% 6.1% 7.7%
Rest of Europe0%0.5%0.5% 0.8% -0.3%
Africa5.4%6%0.6% 2.7% 3.3%
Middle East and Asia5.4%4.8%-0.6% 5.6% -0.8%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.4%1.3%-0.1% 1.3% 0.0%
Oceania0.3%0.3%0.0% 0.3% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK85.8%73.2%-12.6% 83.2% -10.0%
10+ Years0%16.3%16.3% 9.8% 6.5%
5-10 Years3%7.5%4.5% 2.9% 4.6%
2-5 Years3.5%2.3%-1.2% 2.2% 0.1%
Less than 2 years7.6%0.8%-6.8% 1.9% -1.1%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom54.9% 76.7% -21.8%
Ireland0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Italy0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Lithuania0.8% 0.3% 0.5%
Poland4.1% 1.3% 2.8%
Other EU countries10.1% 1.5% 8.6%
Other Europe0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
North Africa1% 0.1% 0.9%
Central and Western Africa0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Southern Asia1% 1.2% -0.2%
North America and the Caribbean0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Oceania0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
No passport held26.6% 13.5% 13.1%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion35.7% 37.2% -1.5%
Christian39.2% 46.2% -7.0%
Hindu3.8% 1.7% 2.1%
Muslim12.7% 6.5% 6.2%
Sikh3.5% 0.9% 2.6%
Not answered5.1% 6.0% -0.9%

Safety

Is North End Close Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North End Close was 41.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.7% lower than the Eyres Monsell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

North End Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Eyres Monsell and the 208th lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£32,500
Income Rank
1/10

Household Income in LE2 6NX, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on North End Close are based on 4 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Leicester.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for North End Close, Leicester, LE2 6NX

Estimated Average Property Prices for LE2 6NX

Average Price
£190,861
Semi-Detached
£190,861
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for North End Close

Average Price
£189,511
Semi-Detached
£189,511
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on North End CloseStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
13 North End Close, Leicester, Leicester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£165,0002019-04-26 £226,846
9 North End Close, Leicester, Leicester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£113,0002010-12-22 £223,050
8 North End Close, Leicester, Leicester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£84,9502003-09-25 £208,765
2 North End Close, Leicester, Leicester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£33,0602002-11-25 £99,382
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for LE2 6NX

Employment

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee81
Retired37
Long-Term Sick or disabled32
Part-Time Employee29
Looking after home or family22
Student (economically inactive)18
Self-Employed17
Unemployed15
Other11
Full-Time Student (with or without job)6

Employment Industry

Human health and social work activities19
Manufacturing16
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles15
Accommodation and food service activities11
Administrative and support service activities9
Education9
Other5
Transport and storage5
Financial and insurance activities4
Professional, scientific and technical activities2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Construction1
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security1
Information and communication1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Wigston Menphys Nursery School
Launceston Road , LE18 2FR
- not rated 3,292 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Marriott Primary School
Broughton Road , LE2 6NE
3out of 4 106 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Montrose School
Wigston Lane , Aylestone LE2 8TN
3out of 4 819 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
Stonesby Avenue , LE2 6TY
2out of 4 1,016 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Granby Primary School
Granby Road , LE2 8LP
3out of 4 1,028 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Knighton Mead Primary Academy
Knighton Fields Road West , LE2 6LG
3out of 4 1,162 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Lancaster Academy
Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU
1out of 4 1,003 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Sir Jonathan North Girls College
Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU
4out of 4 1,140 yd Academy converter No Girls More About School
South Wigston High School
St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA
2out of 4 2,836 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Wigston College
Station Road , LE18 2DS
3out of 4 2,924 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Wigston Academy
Station Road , LE18 2DT
2out of 4 2,978 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
WQE and Regent College Group
University Road , LE1 7RJ
- not rated 2,332 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Leicester College
Welford Road , LE2 7LW
- not rated 2,486 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Beauchamp City Sixth Form
1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL
- not rated 3,509 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School

All-through

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 1,026 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Avanti Fields School
21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX
- not rated 2,952 yd Free schools Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Millgate School
18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW
- not rated 1,231 yd Academy special converter Not Applicable Boys More About School
Leicester Partnership School
Carisbrooke Gardens , LE2 3PR
3out of 4 2,110 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Ellesmere College
40 Braunstone Lane East , LE3 2FD
3out of 4 2,126 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
University of Leicester
University Road , LE1 7RH
- not rated 2,582 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Crispin's School
6 St Mary's Road , LE2 1XA
- not rated 2,783 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tyrrell's449 Saffron Lane, Leicester280 yd
Racheal's Bakery469 Saffron Lane, Leicester280 yd
Goldhill Adventure PlaygroundGoldhill Recreation Centre, Goldhill Spinney461 yd
The Bread Basket581 Saffron Lane, Leicester587 yd
Munchies94 Grace Road, Leicester717 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Lounge451 Saffron Lane, Leicester280 yd
Friar Lane & Epworth FCFriar Lane And Epworth Football Clu, Knighton Lane East955 yd
The CricketersGrace Road, Leicester975 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Blue Ocean Chippy36A The Fairway, Leicester114 yd
Taste Of Bengal36 The Fairway, Leicester116 yd
Fat Tony's Fish Bar443 Saffron Lane, Leicester280 yd
Saffron Kebab HouseGround Floor, 437A Saffron Lane280 yd
SubwaySaffron Service Station, 413 Saffron Lane512 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco455 - 459 Saffron Lane, Leicester280 yd
Heron FoodsFreezer Centre, 549 Saffron Lane334 yd
IcelandFreezer Centre, 549 Saffron Lane334 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Kingfisher Youth Centre
BOULDER LANE
grass pitches432 yd
Southfields Drive Sports Centre (Closed)
Southfields Drive
health and fitness suite691 yd
Friar Lane & Epworth Fc
Knighton Lane East
grass pitches726 yd
Leicestershire County Cricket Club
COUNTY GROUND COUNTY GROUND GRACE ROAD
grass pitches795 yd
The Lancaster Academy
KNIGHTON LANE EAST
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts903 yd
Aylestone Recreation Ground
KNIGHTON LANE EAST
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches908 yd
Sir Jonathan North College
KNIGHTON LANE EAST
grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre936 yd
Leicester City Fc Training Ground
TRAINING GROUND TRAINING GROUND MIDDLESEX ROAD
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches990 yd
Banks Road
BANKS ROAD
grass pitches994 yd
Aylestone Leisure Centre
KNIGHTON LANE EAST
health and fitness suite, swimming pool1,020 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed152.4 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed18 Mbit/s
Average upload speed17.9 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed40 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.