Hinckley Road is in Leicester Forest East, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE3 3JS 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 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE3 3GN, LE3 3JF, LE3 3HR, LE3 3PF, LE3 3HL, LE3 3JD, LE3 3JA, LE3 3GZ, LE3 3QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE3 3JS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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% | 49.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48% | 50.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.2% | 31.1% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 49.4% | 4.7% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 6% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 16.3% | 10.6% | -5.7% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 38.5% | 52.7% | 14.2% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 28.4% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 13.1% | -7.1% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 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 | 33.7% | 25.5% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 14.5% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 11.9% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15.3% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 23.4% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 94.2% | 85.5% | -8.7% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 96.9% | 91.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 91.3% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hinckley Road was 150.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 204.0% higher than the Kirby Muxloe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hinckley Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Kirby Muxloe and the 19th highest crime rate of 289 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 Hinckley Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2022-02-04 | £483,804 |
| 102 Hinckley Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2019-12-23 | £621,706 |
| 106 Hinckley Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £256,500 | 2017-11-17 | £333,585 |
| 112 Hinckley Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2017-10-27 | £587,549 |
| 104 Hinckley Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2017-10-20 | £466,123 |
LE3 3JS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LE3 3JS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LE3 3JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Leys Community Primary School Stafford Leys , Leicester Forest East LE3 3LJ | 1out of 4 | 561 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fossebrook Primary School Holmfield Avenue West , Leicester Forest East LE3 3FF | 3out of 4 | 752 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Lubbesthorpe Primary School Tay Road , LE19 4BF | - not rated | 1,577 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirby Muxloe Primary School Barwell Road , Kirby Muxloe LE9 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,740 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braunstone Frith Primary Academy Cuffling Drive , LE3 6NF | 2out of 4 | 2,115 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Winstanley School Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | 2out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Leicester Greencoat Road , LE3 6DN | 3out of 4 | 3,294 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullhurst Community College Imperial Avenue , LE3 1AH | 3out of 4 | 3,932 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookvale Groby Learning Campus Ratby Road , Groby LE6 0FP | 4out of 4 | 4,169 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockington College Blaby Road , Enderby LE19 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,770 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,599 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Christian School The Grounds of Braunstone , Evangelical Free Church LE3 1QP | - not rated | 2,232 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DG | 1out of 4 | 3,510 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere College 40 Braunstone Lane East , LE3 2FD | 3out of 4 | 4,093 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherryleas Assessment Centre Westcotes Drive , LE3 0QU | - not rated | 4,153 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Bakery Deli | 60 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 333 yd | |
| TNS Catering Management Ltd (Staff Restaurant - Saladworks) | Unit A, Oak Spinney Park | 576 yd | |
| Welcome Break - K F C | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 688 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Subway | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 688 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Burger King | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Table Table | Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 271 yd | |
| Red Cow | Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaipur Express Fish & Chip Co | 148 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 276 yd | |
| Dreams | 138 Packer Avenue, Leicester Forest East | 584 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Starbucks Drive-Thru | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 688 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Chopstix | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 854 yd | |
| Welcome Break Forecourt South | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Southbound Service Area | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 164 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 438 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 688 yd | |
| Central England Co-Operative Society | 2 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 795 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Southbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fossebrook Primary School HOLMFIELD AVENUE WEST | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Holmefield Primary School (Closed) Holmfield Avenue West | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Stafford Leys Primary School STAFFORD LEYS | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| Forest East Park LANCELOT CLOSE | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Holmfield Park (Closed) Wardens Walk | grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Thorpe Astley Community Centre LAKIN DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,065 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 | 92.3% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.4 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.