Sherard Way is in Thorpe Astley, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE3 3TN is located in the Thorpe Astley & St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sherard Way, Thorpe Astley, Leicester, LE3 3TN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE3 3TY, LE3 3TL, LE3 3TX, LE3 3TP, LE3 3TT, LE3 3SW, LE3 3TB, LE3 3TW, LE3 3TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE3 3TN is primarily male, with 54.7% of the population 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 | 47.7% | 45.3% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -5.7% |
| Male | 52.3% | 54.7% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 5.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LE3 3TN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.6% | 35% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 51.1% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.3% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.6% | 49.7% | -8.9% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 38.2% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 8.5% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 6.9% | 13.5% | 6.6% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 12.8% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 17.5% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.1% | 17.5% | -0.6% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 30.7% | -6.8% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.9% 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 | 4.8% | 3% | -1.8% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 10.6% | 18.6% | 8.0% | 3.1% | 15.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 76.1% | 65.9% | -10.2% | 81.4% | -15.5% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 72.5% 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 | 84.9% | 72.5% | -12.4% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 9.5% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.6% | 12.8% | 5.2% | 5.6% | 7.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.7% | 72.5% | -11.2% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 19% | 16.6% | 9.8% | 9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 2.1% | -7.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| France | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Turkey | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 29.2% | 46.2% | -17.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 7.3% | 1.7% | 5.6% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Sikh | 9.1% | 0.9% | 8.2% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sherard Way was 82.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.9% higher than the Braunstone Ravenhurst average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sherard Way has the 6th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Braunstone Ravenhurst and the 59th highest crime rate of 289 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 64.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sherard Way, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-03-14 | £308,550 |
| 1 Sherard Way, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-07-14 | £285,944 |
| 12 Sherard Way, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2019-10-31 | £284,964 |
| 9 Sherard Way, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-10-28 | £414,264 |
| 22 Sherard Way, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2018-02-07 | £308,592 |
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Primary School Kingsway North , Braunstone Town LE3 3BD | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fossebrook Primary School Holmfield Avenue West , Leicester Forest East LE3 3FF | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield L.E.A.D. Academy Hat Road , Braunstone Town LE3 2WF | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenhurst Primary School Ravenhurst Road , LE3 2PS | 2out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braunstone Community Primary School Cort Crescent , Braunstone LE3 1QH | 2out of 4 | 1,675 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 | 704 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullhurst Community College Imperial Avenue , LE3 1AH | 3out of 4 | 2,697 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Leicester Greencoat Road , LE3 6DN | 3out of 4 | 3,318 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockington College Blaby Road , Enderby LE19 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,776 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Mead Academy 31 St Augustine Road , | - not rated | 4,279 yd | Free schools | 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 | 4,662 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 5,277 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 5,367 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 | 3,428 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 | 5,172 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,410 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere College 40 Braunstone Lane East , LE3 2FD | 3out of 4 | 2,508 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DG | 1out of 4 | 3,092 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherryleas Assessment Centre Westcotes Drive , LE3 0QU | - not rated | 3,196 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| De Montfort University The Gateway , LE1 9BH | - not rated | 4,519 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vue Cinema | Unit A, Meridian Leisure Park | 628 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Unit H, Meridian Leisure Park | 628 yd | |
| David Lloyd Health & Fitness Club | Unit F, Meridian Leisure Park | 628 yd | |
| Five Guys | Unit A, Meridian Leisure Park | 628 yd | |
| 360 Play (Leicester) Ltd | Unit 1, Meridian Leisure Park | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bees Knees | The Bees Knees, Meridian Way | 350 yd | |
| The Observatory Beefeater | Meridian Way, Braunstone Town | 527 yd | |
| Braunstone Victoria Working Mens Club | Braunstone Victoria Working Mens Cl, Cantrell Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee's House | 8 Sun Way, Braunstone Town | 826 yd | |
| Welcome Break Forecourt North | Motorway Services And Premises, M1 Northbound Service Area | 880 yd | |
| Welcome Break Forecourt South | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Southbound Service Area | 880 yd | |
| Braunstone Spice & Rice | 438A Braunstone Lane, Braunstone Town | 946 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Chopstix | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd. | Meridian Way, Braunstone Town | 350 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | Petrol Filling Station, M1 Southbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 881 yd | |
| Welcome Break - Waitrose | M1 Northbound Service Area, Baines Lane | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winstanley Community College KINGSWAY NORTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 590 yd |
| Thorpe Astley Community Centre LAKIN DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 606 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Leicester Meridian) MERIDIAN LEISURE PARK MERIDIAN LEISURE PARK LUBBESTHORPE WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 682 yd |
| Holmfield Park (Closed) Wardens Walk | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Mossdale Meadows KINGSWAY | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Shakespeare Park AVON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 921 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 | 149.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.