Norwich Road is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE4 0LS is located in the Abbey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norwich Road, Leicester, LE4 0LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE4 0LR, LE4 0LN, LE4 0LE, LE4 0HT, LE4 0LH, LE4 0LF, LE4 0HW, LE4 2BE, LE4 0LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE4 0LS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.5% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.5% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 LE4 0LS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 25.9% | 30.3% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 52.7% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7.1% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 39.2% | 44.6% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 32.2% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.9% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 2% | -3.9% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 LE4 0LS this area, 28.6% 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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 28.6% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 10.4% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13.3% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 17% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 20.7% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 10.4% | 5.4% | -5.0% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 40.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 27.1% | 38.2% | 11.1% | 3.1% | 35.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 4% | 7.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 60.8% | 40.2% | -20.6% | 81.4% | -41.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
In this area, 61.6% 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 | 71.8% | 61.6% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -21.6% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 5.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 10.6% | 8.8% | -1.8% | 2.7% | 6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.3% | 23.8% | 13.5% | 5.6% | 18.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 71.1% | 61.6% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -21.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 25.1% | 22.5% | 9.8% | 15.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 5.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.5% | 3.9% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.5% | 3.6% | -12.9% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.5% | 76.7% | -13.2% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 4.9% | 0.5% | 4.4% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 10.1% | 1.2% | 8.9% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.9% | 37.2% | -15.3% |
| Christian | 22.6% | 46.2% | -23.6% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Hindu | 29.7% | 1.7% | 28.0% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Sikh | 9% | 0.9% | 8.1% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwich Road was 103.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.5% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norwich Road has the 48th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Abbey and the 400th highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 66.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93 Norwich Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-02-25 | £256,279 |
| 30 Norwich Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-01-28 | £248,928 |
| 101 Norwich Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-06-29 | £240,941 |
| 26 Norwich Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2013-02-22 | £236,775 |
| 28 Norwich Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2011-03-01 | £218,230 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolsey House Primary School Beaumont Leys Lane , LE4 2BB | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodstock Primary Academy Hattern Avenue , LE4 2GZ | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barley Croft Primary School Malham Close , Beaumont Leys LE4 0UT | 3out of 4 | 883 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School Avebury Avenue , LE4 0FQ | 3out of 4 | 1,042 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave St Peter's CofE Primary School Thurcaston Road , LE4 5PG | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babington Academy Strasbourg Drive , Beaumont Leys LE4 0SZ | 4out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Leys School Anstey Lane , LE4 0FL | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy Anstey Lane , LE4 0FJ | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Mead Academy Melton Road , LE4 7AN | 4out of 4 | 2,615 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Mead Academy Richard III Road , LE3 5QT | - not rated | 2,624 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 3,589 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 4,397 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 4,999 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 5,403 yd | Academy 16-19 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 | 3,987 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darul Uloom Leicester 119 Loughborough Road , LE4 5LN | - not rated | 1,786 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| West Gate School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DG | 1out of 4 | 3,098 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mulberry School St George's House, William Street , LE1 1RW | - not rated | 3,205 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De Montfort University The Gateway , LE1 9BH | - not rated | 3,238 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolfdale School CROPSTON ROAD , ANSTEY LE7 7BP | - not rated | 3,467 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cafe @ Selco | 47 Parker Drive, Leicester | 543 yd | |
| F\&S Deli Express | 204 Abbey Lane, Leicester | 620 yd | |
| The Broadway Bar And Grill | Broadway Hotel, 263 - 265 Abbey Lane | 764 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurant, 521 Abbey Lane | 828 yd | |
| Ron's Cafe | 337 Abbey Lane, Leicester | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Broadway | Broadway Hotel, 263 - 265 Abbey Lane | 764 yd | |
| The Tom Hoskins | 131 Beaumanor Road, Leicester | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cob Shop | 17 Norwich Road, Leicester | 79 yd | |
| Burnham Chippy | 64 Burnham Drive, Leicester | 374 yd | |
| Golden Swallow | 68 Burnham Drive, Leicester | 374 yd | |
| Jolly Fryer | 20 Marwood Road, Leicester | 624 yd | |
| Greggs | 285 Abbey Lane, Leicester | 816 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 2 Humphreys Way, Leicester | 703 yd | |
| Asda | 1 Exploration Drive, Leicester | 949 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (Leicester) BYFORD WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 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 | 232.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.