Harrowgate Drive is in Birstall, Leicester and in Charnwood district. LE4 3GJ is located in the Birstall West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harrowgate Drive, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 3GJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE4 3GQ, LE4 3HQ, LE4 3HF, LE4 3HP, LE4 3LF, LE4 3HG, LE4 3FF, LE4 3GE, LE4 3LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE4 3GJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47% | 48.6% | 1.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of LE4 3GJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63% 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 | 19.8% | 20.7% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 63% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 18.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 3.7% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 9.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) 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 | 40.5% | 42.5% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 43.2% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 9.6% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 10.5% | -7.7% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.8% | 17.7% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.7% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 11.7% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 13.3% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 33.1% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 5.6% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 52.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 26.7% | 38% | 11.3% | 3.1% | 34.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 4.1% | 2% | -2.1% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 67.6% | 52.9% | -14.7% | 81.4% | -28.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 78.3% 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 | 83.8% | 78.3% | -5.5% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 8.4% | 8.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 9.2% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.4% | 78% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 19.6% | 19.3% | 9.8% | 9.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.9% | 0% | -14.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.5% | 37.2% | -17.7% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Hindu | 33.4% | 1.7% | 31.7% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrowgate Drive was 45.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.1% lower than the Birstall East & Wanlip average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harrowgate Drive has the 20th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Birstall East & Wanlip and the 242nd lowest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Harrowgate Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £331,000 | 2022-03-22 | £369,124 |
| 60 Harrowgate Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2019-03-08 | £345,777 |
| 58 Harrowgate Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2018-11-12 | £355,878 |
| 62 Harrowgate Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2015-08-14 | £302,366 |
| 54 Harrowgate Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2011-06-03 | £313,668 |
LE4 3GJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 LE4 3GJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highcliffe Primary School and Community Centre Greengate Lane , Birstall LE4 3DL | 3out of 4 | 589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallam Fields, Birstall Long Meadow Way , Birstall LE4 3LL | - not rated | 648 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Primary School Birstall Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4JU | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebelands Primary School Chancel Road , LE4 2WF | 3out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mowmacre Hill Primary School Tedworth Green , LE4 2NG | 3out of 4 | 2,161 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars Academy Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4GH | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Roundhill Academy 997 Melton Road , Thurmaston LE4 8GQ | 3out of 4 | 2,822 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Mead Academy Melton Road , LE4 7AN | 4out of 4 | 2,999 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soar Valley College Gleneagles Avenue , LE4 7GY | 4out of 4 | 3,438 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Babington Academy Strasbourg Drive , Beaumont Leys LE4 0SZ | 4out of 4 | 3,551 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALP Leicester Stonehill Avenue , Birstall LE4 4JG | - not rated | 697 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darul Uloom Leicester 119 Loughborough Road , LE4 5LN | - not rated | 3,579 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Wolfdale School CROPSTON ROAD , ANSTEY LE7 7BP | - not rated | 4,372 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakham House 493 Gypsy Lane , Humberstone LE5 0TD | - not rated | 5,199 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunchies | 3 Hallam Fields Road | 239 yd | |
| The Vine Christian Bookshop | The Vine Rear Of United Reform Church, The Borough | 244 yd | |
| RT's Cafe Bistro | 1a The Meadway | 536 yd | |
| The Cafe on the Corner | 97 Sibson Road | 720 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 1, Leicester North Services, Loughborough Road | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Social Club | 16-18 Wanlip Lane | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field Fish Bar | 53 Hallam Fields Road | 390 yd | |
| Papa John Pizza | Unit 3, 121 Sibson Road | 550 yd | |
| Ma's Cottage | 1 Hannah Parade, Stonehill Avenue | 714 yd | |
| Shishgo Mangul | 87a Sibson Road | 720 yd | |
| Tom’s Kitchen | 7 Sibson Road | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Ashby Road, Coalville | 244 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 139 Sibson Road | 550 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highcliffe Primary School GREENGATE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 609 yd |
| Harrowgate Drive KILN ORCHARD WAY | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| The Cedars Academy WANLIP LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 702 yd |
| Hallam Fields Primary School LONG MEADOW WAY | grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Birstall Social Club WANLIP LANE | 1,071 yd | |
| Meadow Lane (Site 1) MEADOW LANE | grass pitches | 1,072 yd |
| Riverside Academy WANLIP LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 256.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.