Sanvey Lane is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE2 8NF is located in the Aylestone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sanvey Lane, Leicester, LE2 8NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE2 8NE, LE2 8NG, LE2 8LY, LE2 8LS, LE2 8LQ, LE2 8NA, LE2 8LF, LE2 8LR, LE2 8LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE2 8NF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 52.9% | 47.8% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 47.1% | 52.2% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 8NF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.2% | 50.9% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 28.2% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -16.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 9.7% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.4% | 42.6% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 35.2% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 31.8% | 20.7% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 10.1% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 16.1% | 5.2% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 16.1% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 26.7% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 5.5% | 5.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 89.6% | 86.4% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 94.2% | 93.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 93.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 4.9% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sanvey Lane was 193.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.3% higher than the Aylestone average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sanvey Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Aylestone and the 165th highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Sanvey Lane, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-12-18 | £300,918 |
| 30 Sanvey Lane, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-08-04 | £232,603 |
| 48 Sanvey Lane, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-05-31 | £331,881 |
| 58 Sanvey Lane, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-11-25 | £317,638 |
| 72 Sanvey Lane, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-08-08 | £302,664 |
LE2 8NF 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| 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 | 4,470 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granby Primary School Granby Road , LE2 8LP | 3out of 4 | 892 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montrose School Wigston Lane , Aylestone LE2 8TN | 3out of 4 | 902 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eyres Monsell Primary School Simmins Crescent , Eyres Monsell LE2 9AH | 3out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenhurst Primary School Ravenhurst Road , LE3 2PS | 2out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marriott Primary School Broughton Road , LE2 6NE | 3out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullhurst Community College Imperial Avenue , LE3 1AH | 3out of 4 | 2,504 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lancaster Academy Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 1out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winstanley School Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | 2out of 4 | 2,648 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Jonathan North Girls College Knighton Lane East , LE2 6FU | 4out of 4 | 2,694 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | 2out of 4 | 3,279 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 3,176 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 3,431 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 4,189 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 | 2,008 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Fields School 21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX | - not rated | 2,876 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere College 40 Braunstone Lane East , LE3 2FD | 3out of 4 | 1,100 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millgate School 18a Scott Street , LE2 6DW | - not rated | 2,606 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Emmanuel Christian School The Grounds of Braunstone , Evangelical Free Church LE3 1QP | - not rated | 3,338 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherryleas Assessment Centre Westcotes Drive , LE3 0QU | - not rated | 3,354 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| University of Leicester University Road , LE1 7RH | - not rated | 3,583 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lounge Bar | 731 - 733 Aylestone Road, Leicester | 317 yd | |
| The Royal Lounge | 745 Aylestone Road, Leicester | 317 yd | |
| Aylestone Spice | 723 Aylestone Road, Leicester | 317 yd | |
| J-T Bubble | 652 Aylestone Road, Leicester | 333 yd | |
| St Andrews FC Cafe | St Andrews Football Club, 70 Canal Street | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Horse | Black Horse, 63 - 65 Narrow Lane | 111 yd | |
| Old Aylestone Social Club Ltd | Old Aylestone Social Club, 1 Middleton Street | 167 yd | |
| Union Inn | 27 Middleton Street, Leicester | 167 yd | |
| Old Aylestone Constitutional Club Ltd | 689 Aylestone Road, Leicester | 306 yd | |
| The Ale Stone | Shop, 660 - 662 Aylestone Road | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ocean | 4A Lutterworth Road, Leicester | 218 yd | |
| Piccadilly Pizza | 2 Lutterworth Road, Leicester | 218 yd | |
| Grace House | 6A Lutterworth Road, Leicester | 218 yd | |
| Cccakecouture | 8 Lutterworth Road, Leicester | 248 yd | |
| Bodrum Turkish Bbq | 737 Aylestone Road, Leicester | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Garage, 1 - 13 Lutterworth Road | 230 yd | |
| Co-operative Supermarket | 1 Sturdee Road, Leicester | 865 yd | |
| Aldi | Adelaide Works, 577 Aylestone Road | 968 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aylestone Hall Gardens AYLESTONE HALL GARDENS AYLESTONE HALL GARDENS AYLESTONE ROAD | tennis courts | 529 yd |
| St Andrews Sports Club CANAL STREET | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Leicester City Fc Training Ground TRAINING GROUND TRAINING GROUND MIDDLESEX ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Lcc Employees Ground BIAM YARD BIAM YARD BRAUNSTONE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Banks Road BANKS ROAD | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Aylestone Playing Fields BRAUNSTONE LANE EAST | grass pitches, tennis courts | 819 yd |
| Riverside Football Ground BRAUNSTONE LANE EAST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,074 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 | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.