Dunster Street is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE3 0SF is located in the Westcotes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunster Street, Leicester, LE3 0SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE3 0SJ, LE3 0SN, LE3 0SP, LE3 0JS, LE3 0SL, LE3 0US, LE3 0SQ, LE3 0SE, LE3 0UP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE3 0SF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 50% | 48.2% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 50% | 51.8% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 LE3 0SF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.7% 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 | 41.4% | 46.7% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 34.7% | -9.6% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 10.6% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 53.1% | 39.7% | -13.4% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 42.9% | 10.6% | 33.6% | 9.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 10.1% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 20.7% | 17.4% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 9.5% | 2.7% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 12.4% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 39.8% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 11% | 5% | -6.0% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 17% | 19.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 16.1% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 4.8% | 2% | -2.8% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| White | 68.7% | 63.3% | -5.4% | 81.4% | -18.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 64% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 64% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -19.2% |
| European Union | 8.5% | 15.8% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 9.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 8.5% | 4.9% | -3.6% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 9.3% | 3.2% | 5.6% | 3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.5% | 64% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -19.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 18.2% | 16.2% | 9.8% | 8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.1% | 8.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 5.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 4.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.9% | 4.5% | -9.4% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 5.6% | 1.3% | 4.3% |
| Romania | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 5.6% | 1.5% | 4.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 7.7% | 1.7% | 6.0% |
| Muslim | 6.9% | 6.5% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 7.7% | 0.9% | 6.8% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunster Street was 136.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.1% higher than the Fosse average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunster Street has the 37th highest crime rate of 79 local areas in Fosse and the 269th highest crime rate of 942 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Dunster Street, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-06-26 | £262,526 |
| 77 Dunster Street, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-11-10 | £246,019 |
| 61 Dunster Street, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2022-06-16 | £193,588 |
| 65 Dunster Street, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,500 | 2021-10-14 | £257,041 |
| 70 Dunster Street, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-02-19 | £251,535 |
LE3 0SF 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield Nursery School New Parks House , Pindar Road LE3 9RN | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dovelands Infant School Hinckley Road , LE3 0TJ | - not rated | 424 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dovelands Primary School Hinckley Road , LE3 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy Glenfield Road , LE3 6DF | - not rated | 642 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DF | - not rated | 642 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaftesbury Junior School Latimer Street , LE3 0QE | 3out of 4 | 739 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newarke School Imperial Avenue , LE3 1AH | - not rated | 903 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullhurst Community College Imperial Avenue , LE3 1AH | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Mead Academy Richard III Road , LE3 5QT | 4out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe Community College Hamelin Road , Braunstone LE3 1JN | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Richard III School Ellesmere Road , LE3 1BE | - not rated | 1,563 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,237 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester South Fields College Aylestone Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 2,237 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 2,386 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regent College Regent Road , LE1 7LW | - not rated | 2,662 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charles Keene College of Further Education Painter Street , LE1 3WA | - not rated | 2,808 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 | 4,830 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 | 4,830 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherryleas Assessment Centre Westcotes Drive , LE3 0QU | - not rated | 222 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fosse Way School 72 Fosse Road South , LE3 0QD | - not rated | 523 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sathya Sai School Narborough Road , At the Crossroad With Upperton Road LE3 0BT | - not rated | 915 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Park School Western Park , Hinckley Road LE3 6HX | - not rated | 1,031 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Close School Hamelin Road , LE3 1JP | - not rated | 1,055 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antep Grill Restaurant | 265 Hinckley Road, Leicester | 229 yd | |
| La Santa Pizza | 63A Imperial Avenue, Leicester | 705 yd | |
| Oh So Bakery | 58 Hinckley Road, Leicester | 750 yd | |
| Chef And Spice | 1 Andrewes Street, Leicester | 797 yd | |
| 3 Little Birds | 40 Hinckley Road, Leicester | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Leicester Conservative Club | Conservative Club, 55 Westcotes Drive | 220 yd | |
| Merry Monarch | The Merry Monarch, 23 Fosse Road South | 473 yd | |
| Sir Charles Napier | 46 Glenfield Road, Leicester | 496 yd | |
| The Crows Nest | Crows Nest, 1 Glenfield Road East | 728 yd | |
| Polonez Bar | 56 Hinckley Road, Leicester | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TJ's Burgers | 241A Hinckley Road, Leicester | 234 yd | |
| New Crystal Jade | 219 Hinckley Road, Leicester | 234 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 221A Hinckley Road, Leicester | 261 yd | |
| Fry Inn | 119 Kirby Road, Leicester | 314 yd | |
| McChina Express | 139 Wyngate Drive, Leicester | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 125 Hinckley Road, Leicester | 386 yd | |
| Family Shopper | 1 Petworth Drive, Leicester | 713 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Tescos Express, 223 Fosse Road North | 757 yd | |
| Iceland | 197 - 201 Narborough Road, Leicester | 956 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore, 100 New Park Street | 1,023 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westfields Tennis Club 21A 21A EASTFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 722 yd |
| Fullhurst Community College IMPERIAL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,004 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.