Churchill Drive is in Leicester Forest East, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE3 3QB 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 Churchill Drive, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE3 3QE, LE3 3QL, LE3 3QF, LE3 3QN, LE3 3QH, LE3 3QG, LE3 3QA, LE3 3GQ, LE3 3AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE3 3QB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.6% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.4% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 29.3% | 32.8% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 48.4% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 8.3% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 41.3% | 45.6% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 37.7% | -5.6% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 14.6% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 28.3% | 24.7% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.6% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.9% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 19.5% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 23.2% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.2% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 5.3% | 6.7% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 87.9% | 87.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Other | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 92.7% | 90.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 90% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Churchill Drive was 131.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 165.0% higher than the Kirby Muxloe average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Churchill Drive has the 5th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Kirby Muxloe and the 25th highest crime rate of 289 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 43.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Churchill Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-11-01 | £258,977 |
| 15 Churchill Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-06-17 | £226,791 |
| 14 Churchill Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Other, an established residential building | £211,500 | 2023-02-10 | £201,378 |
| 7 Churchill Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-12-17 | £248,014 |
| 1 Churchill Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £229,950 | 2021-08-23 | £259,977 |
LE3 3QB 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fossebrook Primary School Holmfield Avenue West , Leicester Forest East LE3 3FF | 3out of 4 | 742 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Leys Community Primary School Stafford Leys , Leicester Forest East LE3 3LJ | 1out of 4 | 964 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braunstone Frith Primary Academy Cuffling Drive , LE3 6NF | 2out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirby Muxloe Primary School Barwell Road , Kirby Muxloe LE9 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,800 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Lubbesthorpe Primary School Tay Road , LE19 4BF | - not rated | 1,974 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 2,192 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Leicester Greencoat Road , LE3 6DN | 3out of 4 | 2,904 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullhurst Community College Imperial Avenue , LE3 1AH | 3out of 4 | 3,736 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookvale Groby Learning Campus Ratby Road , Groby LE6 0FP | 4out of 4 | 3,960 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy Anstey Lane , LE4 0FJ | 3out of 4 | 4,668 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 | 4,375 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 | 2,008 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DG | 1out of 4 | 3,164 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherryleas Assessment Centre Westcotes Drive , LE3 0QU | - not rated | 3,886 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ellesmere College 40 Braunstone Lane East , LE3 2FD | 3out of 4 | 4,034 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De Montfort University The Gateway , LE1 9BH | - not rated | 5,266 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 Grange Bakery Deli | 60 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 282 yd | |
| TNS Catering Management Ltd (Staff Restaurant - Saladworks) | Unit A, Oak Spinney Park | 312 yd | |
| Traydee Cafe | Cafe At Unit 22, Sunningdale Road Industrial Park | 576 yd | |
| Staff Canteen At Samworth Brothers Supply Chain | Leicester Distribution Park, 150 Scudamore Road | 707 yd | |
| Welcome Break - K F C | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Table Table | Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 309 yd | |
| Red Cow | Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dreams | 138 Packer Avenue, Leicester Forest East | 186 yd | |
| Jaipur Express Fish & Chip Co | 148 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 630 yd | |
| Beacon Fish Bar | 9 Wardens Walk, Leicester Forest East | 793 yd | |
| China City | 3 Wardens Walk, Leicester Forest East | 793 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Starbucks Drive-Thru | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-Operative Society | 2 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 556 yd | |
| Tesco | 164 Hinckley Road, Leicester Forest East | 763 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 943 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Southbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 1,068 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 1, 166 Ryder Road | 1,080 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fossebrook Primary School HOLMFIELD AVENUE WEST | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Holmefield Primary School (Closed) Holmfield Avenue West | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Holmfield Park (Closed) Wardens Walk | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Stafford Leys Primary School STAFFORD LEYS | grass pitches | 1,011 yd |
| Forest East Park LANCELOT CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,041 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 | 197.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.