Braunstone Avenue is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE3 1LB is located in the Braunstone Park & Rowley Fields electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Braunstone Avenue, Leicester, LE3 1LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE3 1JA, LE3 1AQ, LE3 1JH, LE3 1JX, LE3 1JL, LE3 1NY, LE3 1LD, LE3 1JJ, LE3 1JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE3 1LB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 54.2% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 45.4% | 45.8% | 0.4% | 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 LE3 1LB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% 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 | 44.8% | 48.6% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.5% | 39% | 1.5% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 6.6% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.9% | -1.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.9% | 46.6% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 35% | 34% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 14.6% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 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.
In the area around LE3 1LB this area, 32.3% 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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.3% | 32.3% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 12.3% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 11.9% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 13.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 20% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 13.4% | 9.2% | -4.2% | 3.1% | 6.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 74.8% | 74.4% | -0.4% | 81.4% | -7.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 76.4% 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 | 86.6% | 76.4% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -6.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 11.9% | 11.0% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 5.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 76.4% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 12.2% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 6% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 5.1% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 0.3% | -8.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 76.7% | -14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 4.2% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 34.4% | 46.2% | -11.8% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Sikh | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Braunstone Avenue was 159.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.2% higher than the Braunstone Park & Rowley Fields average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Braunstone Avenue has the 21st highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Braunstone Park & Rowley Fields and the 231st highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.7%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Braunstone Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2021-12-09 | £190,379 |
| 107 Braunstone Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2011-07-14 | £179,356 |
| 113 Braunstone Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2008-03-06 | £158,493 |
| 101 Braunstone Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2006-01-20 | £217,652 |
| 99 Braunstone Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2002-10-01 | £231,277 |
LE3 1LB 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 | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Avenue Infant School Imperial Avenue , Braunstone LE3 1AH | 3out of 4 | 237 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Folville Junior School Folville Rise , LE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dovelands Primary School Hinckley Road , LE3 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensmead Primary Academy Winstanley Drive , Braunstone LE3 1PF | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Fields Primary School 21 Compton Road , LE3 2DH | 2out of 4 | 1,078 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 | 391 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winstanley School Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | 2out of 4 | 1,814 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Mead Academy 31 St Augustine Road , | - not rated | 1,851 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Mead Academy Richard III Road , LE3 5QT | - not rated | 1,994 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Leicester Greencoat Road , LE3 6DN | 3out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 2,346 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 2,823 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 3,152 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti Fields School 21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX | - not rated | 998 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, 50 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | 1out of 4 | 4,274 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 | 802 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Emmanuel Christian School The Grounds of Braunstone , Evangelical Free Church LE3 1QP | - not rated | 1,381 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DG | 1out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere College 40 Braunstone Lane East , LE3 2FD | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De Montfort University The Gateway , LE1 9BH | - not rated | 2,052 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Santa Pizza | 63A Imperial Avenue, Leicester | 146 yd | |
| Royce's Rolls | West End Working Mens Club After 12, Braunstone Avenue | 207 yd | |
| El Cafe | The Brite Centre Library And Commun, 130 Braunstone Avenue | 262 yd | |
| Dubai Shawarma | 213A Narborough Road, Leicester | 653 yd | |
| Lyn's Cafe | 205 Narborough Road, Leicester | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Working Mens Club | West End Working Mens Club After 12, Braunstone Avenue | 207 yd | |
| Braunstone Working Men's Club Kitchen | West End Working Mens Club After 12, Braunstone Avenue | 207 yd | |
| West Leicester Conservative Club | Conservative Club, 55 Westcotes Drive | 773 yd | |
| Oases Bar | 144 - 146 Narborough Road, Leicester | 957 yd | |
| Merry Monarch | The Merry Monarch, 23 Fosse Road South | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Chippy | 25 Guthridge Crescent, Leicester | 179 yd | |
| McChina Express | 139 Wyngate Drive, Leicester | 524 yd | |
| West End Bites | 247 Narborough Road, Leicester | 653 yd | |
| Pizza Italiano | 225 Narborough Road, Leicester | 653 yd | |
| TJ's | 10 Fullhurst Avenue, Leicester | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Supermarket | Co-operative Supermarket, 249 - 259 Narborough Road | 634 yd | |
| Iceland | 197 - 201 Narborough Road, Leicester | 735 yd | |
| The Co-operative Convenience | 170 Hallam Crescent East, Leicester | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fullhurst Community College IMPERIAL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 278 yd |
| Ellesmere College (Closed) Ellesmere Road | 714 yd | |
| Narborough Road Playing Fields NARBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 773 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 191 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.