Shanklin Gardens is in Leicester Forest East, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE3 3JR is located in the Leicester Forest & Lubbesthorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shanklin Gardens, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE3 3HW, LE3 3JQ, LE3 3JP, LE3 3PS, LE3 3PT, LE3 3JB, LE3 3GZ, LE3 3JE, LE3 3SQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE3 3JR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.6% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.4% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 3JR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% 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 | 40.1% | 45.6% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 33.8% | -11.2% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 11.8% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 6.6% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 45.5% | 46% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 36.3% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 15.2% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 19% | 19.1% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 11.1% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.4% | 19.1% | -0.3% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 30.2% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.7% | 7.9% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 4.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 90.9% | 84.8% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 3.4% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 94.6% | 90.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 90.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shanklin Gardens was 44.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.4% lower than the Kirby Muxloe average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Shanklin Gardens has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Kirby Muxloe and the 142nd highest crime rate of 287 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Shanklin Gardens, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-06-16 | £206,234 |
| 1 Shanklin Gardens, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-11-06 | £212,458 |
| 25 Shanklin Gardens, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-06-04 | £218,254 |
| 8 Shanklin Gardens, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-12-18 | £245,132 |
| 33 Shanklin Gardens, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-10-27 | £246,063 |
LE3 3JR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,336 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmfield Primary School Leicester Forest East Holmfield Avenue West , Leicester Forest East LE3 3FF | - not rated | 491 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fossebrook Primary School Holmfield Avenue West , Leicester Forest East LE3 3FF | 3out of 4 | 516 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Leys Community Primary School Stafford Leys , Leicester Forest East LE3 3LJ | - not rated | 596 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Leys Community Primary School Stafford Leys , Leicester Forest East LE3 3LJ | 3out of 4 | 596 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Lubbesthorpe Primary School Tay Road , LE19 4BF | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winstanley Community College Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | - not rated | 1,888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley Community College Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | - not rated | 1,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winstanley School Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | 3out of 4 | 1,888 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe Community College Hamelin Road , Braunstone LE3 1JN | - not rated | 2,637 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Newton's School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DN | - not rated | 3,246 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moel Llys Centre Forest Drive , Kirby Muxloe LE9 9EA | - not rated | 1,514 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel Christian School The Grounds of Braunstone , Evangelical Free Church LE3 1QP | - not rated | 2,069 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educ8 Leicestershire Allexton Youth and Community Centre, Frolesworth Road , New Parks LE3 6LP | - not rated | 2,710 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Close School Hamelin Road , LE3 1JP | - not rated | 2,864 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Park School Western Park , Hinckley Road LE3 6HX | - not rated | 3,107 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Break - K F C | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 341 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Subway | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 341 yd | |
| The Grange Bakery Deli | 60 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 462 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Burger King | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 526 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Starbucks | Motorway Services And Premises, M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Table Table | Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 400 yd | |
| Red Cow | Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Break - Starbucks Drive-Thru | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 341 yd | |
| Jaipur Express Fish & Chip Co | 148 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 481 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Chopstix | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 506 yd | |
| Welcome Break Forecourt South | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Southbound Service Area | 526 yd | |
| Welcome Break Forecourt North | Motorway Services And Premises, M1 Northbound Service Area | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 341 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Southbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 526 yd | |
| Tesco | 164 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 625 yd | |
| Central England Co-Operative Society | 2 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 852 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forest East Park LANCELOT CLOSE | grass pitches | 377 yd |
| Fossebrook Primary School HOLMFIELD AVENUE WEST | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| Holmefield Primary School (Closed) Holmfield Avenue West | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| Stafford Leys Primary School STAFFORD LEYS | grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Holmfield Park (Closed) Wardens Walk | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Thorpe Astley Community Centre LAKIN DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 770 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 | 134.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.