Riversdale Close is in Birstall, Leicester and in Charnwood district. LE4 4EH is located in the Birstall East & Wanlip electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Riversdale Close, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 4EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE4 4DQ, LE4 4EF, LE4 4DY, LE4 4DP, LE4 4EN, LE4 4EG, LE4 4DJ, LE4 4DT, LE4 4DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE4 4EH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 54.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 45.3% | 45.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 | 21.3% | 21% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 42% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 14.3% | 9.0% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 23.9% | 20.1% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 14.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 23.6% | 41% | 17.4% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 46.8% | 29.7% | -17.1% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 25.1% | 22.1% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 6.4% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 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.
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 25.8% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.8% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 13.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.9% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 20.4% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.4% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 95.1% | 95.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 95.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.4% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riversdale Close was 200.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 217.1% higher than the Birstall East & Wanlip average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Riversdale Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Birstall East & Wanlip and the 45th highest crime rate of 552 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 123.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Riversdale Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-06-18 | £321,266 |
| 1 Riversdale Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-01-10 | £303,287 |
| 4 Riversdale Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-04-08 | £312,142 |
| 12 Riversdale Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-06-23 | £592,874 |
| 2 Riversdale Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2017-06-02 | £314,065 |
LE4 4EH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LE4 4EH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield Nursery School New Parks House , Pindar Road LE3 9RN | - not rated | 5,067 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Community Primary School Birstall Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4JU | - not rated | 323 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Primary School Birstall Riverside Community Primary School Birstall, Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4JU | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe Primary School and Community Centre Greengate Lane , Birstall LE4 3DL | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highcliffe Primary School and Community Centre Greengate Lane , Birstall LE4 3DL | 3out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herrick County Infant School Lockerbie Avenue , LE4 7NJ | - not rated | 1,635 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Stonehill High School Stonehill Avenue , Birstall LE4 4JG | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longslade Community College Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4GH | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longslade Community College Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4GH | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4GH | 3out of 4 | 1,341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Mead School Melton Road , LE4 7AN | - not rated | 1,604 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,772 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 4,345 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 4,345 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 5,430 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti Fields School 21 Bhaktivedanta Marg , LE5 0BX | 3out of 4 | 4,177 yd | Free schools | Yes | 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 | 1,332 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Continuum School - Leicester 10-12 Victoria Road North , LE4 5EX | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spark Vale Academy Crt House, 176 Melton Road , LE4 5EE | - not rated | 2,251 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darul Uloom Leicester 119 Loughborough Road , LE4 5LN | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oakham House 493 Gypsy Lane , Humberstone LE5 0TD | - not rated | 3,762 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lees Of Birstall | 60 Front Street | 125 yd | |
| JB Kitchen | 1 Lambourne Road | 605 yd | |
| The Cafe on the Corner | 97 Sibson Road | 620 yd | |
| Dining Room Restaurant | 115 Wanlip Lane | 780 yd | |
| RT's Cafe Bistro | 1a The Meadway | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal British Legion Club | 19 Front Street | 43 yd | |
| Earl Of Stamford | Front Street | 43 yd | |
| The White Horse | 11 White Horse Lane | 60 yd | |
| The Old Plough | 18 Front Street | 125 yd | |
| Birstall Social Club | 16-18 Wanlip Lane | 265 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| P'Uddins | 17A Sibson Road | 253 yd | |
| Tom’s Kitchen | 7 Sibson Road | 363 yd | |
| Aroma Spice | 17 Sibson Road | 363 yd | |
| Birstall Fisheries | 1 Sibson Road | 363 yd | |
| Shishgo Mangul | 87a Sibson Road | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 19 Wanlip Lane | 231 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 139 Sibson Road | 792 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 501 Melton Road | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birstall Social Club WANLIP LANE | 265 yd | |
| Riverside Academy WANLIP LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 291 yd |
| School Lane Fields THE PADDOCK THE PADDOCK SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Meadow Lane (Site 1) MEADOW LANE | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Meadow Lane (Site 2) MEADOW LANE | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Co-Op Sports & Social Club BIRSTALL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 859 yd |
| Meadow Lane (Site 3) | grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.