Allexton Gardens is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE3 6LA is located in the Western electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Allexton Gardens, Leicester, LE3 6LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE3 6PG, LE3 6NS, LE3 6LP, LE3 6NU, LE3 6LQ, LE3 8JG, LE3 6LL, LE3 6LD, LE3 6NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE3 6LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55% | 51.8% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 45% | 48.2% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 6LA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% 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% | 44.7% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.1% | 37.7% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 4.8% | -6.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 40.2% | 41.2% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 35.2% | -4.5% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 16% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 6.5% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 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 6LA this area, 33.9% 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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.5% | 33.9% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 15.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 11.8% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.6% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 15.3% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 16% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 4% | 9.7% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 7.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| White | 89.9% | 73.8% | -16.1% | 81.4% | -7.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 82% 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 | 92.3% | 82% | -10.3% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 10.2% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 81.6% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.1% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.5% | 76.7% | -14.2% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 5% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 5.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 11.5% | 6.5% | 5.0% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Allexton Gardens was 59.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.2% lower than the Beaumont Leys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Allexton Gardens has the 12th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Beaumont Leys and the 325th lowest crime rate of 942 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Allexton Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £224,500 | 2024-03-18 | £239,701 |
| 3 Allexton Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,500 | 2022-01-14 | £225,259 |
| 15 Allexton Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-12-17 | £212,584 |
| 13 Allexton Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2020-06-10 | £217,829 |
| 1 Allexton Gardens, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-09-13 | £171,854 |
LE3 6LA 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 | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 1,893 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braunstone Frith Junior School Cuffling Drive , LE3 6NF | - not rated | 403 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braunstone Frith Primary School Cuffling Drive , LE3 6NF | - not rated | 431 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braunstone Frith Primary Academy Cuffling Drive , LE3 6NF | 3out of 4 | 431 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Lodge Community Primary School Charnor Road , LE3 6LH | - not rated | 820 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Lodge Academy Charnor Road , LE3 6LH | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderman Newton's School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DN | - not rated | 708 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Parks Community College Greencoat Road , LE3 6RN | - not rated | 720 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Herewoode Academy Glenfield Road , LE3 6DN | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Leicester Glenfield Road , LE3 6DN | - not rated | 831 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe Community College Hamelin Road , Braunstone LE3 1JN | - not rated | 1,545 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Keene College of Further Education Painter Street , LE1 3WA | - not rated | 4,515 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 4,665 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester South Fields College Aylestone Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 4,665 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 4,710 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regent College Regent Road , LE1 7LW | - not rated | 5,067 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educ8 Leicestershire Allexton Youth and Community Centre, Frolesworth Road , New Parks LE3 6LP | - not rated | 171 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacres School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DN | - not rated | 708 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Piper Way School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DN | - not rated | 708 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Park School Western Park , Hinckley Road LE3 6HX | - not rated | 1,413 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DG | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Foundation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team Hub Cafe | New Parks Community Centre, St Oswald Road | 855 yd | |
| Cassbar Snackbar | New Parks Social Club, Battersbee Road | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoemaker | The Shoemaker, Cokayne Road | 317 yd | |
| New Parks Social Club | Battersbee Road, Leicester | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo's Chippery | 4 Musson Road, Leicester | 473 yd | |
| Marine Fish Bar UK Ltd | 97 Dominion Road, Glenfield | 668 yd | |
| Lee's Kitchen | 89 Dominion Road, Glenfield | 707 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1 The Dominion, Dominion Road | 839 yd | |
| Rominos Pizza | Unit 3, 170 Ryder Road | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Supermarket | 29 - 35 Sharmon Crescent, Leicester | 331 yd | |
| Tesco | Dominion Road, Glenfield | 833 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 1, 166 Ryder Road | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Braunstone Frith School (Closed) Cuffling Drive | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| New College Leicester GLENFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches | 776 yd |
| New Parks Leisure Centre ST. OSWALDS ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 815 yd |
| Western Park WESTERN PARK HOUSE WESTERN PARK HOUSE WESTERN PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,002 yd |
| New Parks Club AIKMAN AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.