Pearson Avenue is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE4 5JE is located in the Belgrave electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester East. This postcode has been in use since 2016-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pearson Avenue, Leicester, LE4 5JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE4 5FF, LE4 5FG, LE4 5FD, LE4 5HT, LE4 5HU, LE4 5BG, LE4 5JW, LE4 5HZ, LE4 5HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE4 5JE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 LE4 5JE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 24.4% | 37% | 12.6% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 57.1% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -6.9% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 2.8% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.6%) 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 | 41.6% | 53.6% | 12.0% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 37% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 14% | 7.8% | -6.2% | 12.7% | -4.9% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 1.5% | -4.7% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.2% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 LE4 5JE this area, 28.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.8% | 28.1% | -16.7% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 12.9% | 4.1% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.8% | 9.2% | 2.4% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 12.9% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 26.4% | 14.1% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 19.2% | 8.1% | -11.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 4.1% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 82.9% | 64.6% | -18.3% | 3.1% | 61.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 6.2% | 16.4% | 10.2% | 2.5% | 13.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 81.4% | -77.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, just 33.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 26.5% | 33.1% | 6.6% | 83.2% | -50.1% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 7.9% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 20.5% | 10% | -10.5% | 2.7% | 7.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 49.9% | 47.3% | -2.6% | 5.6% | 41.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 33.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 34.6% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 25.7% | 33.2% | 7.5% | 83.2% | -50.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5.7% | 34.6% | 28.9% | 9.8% | 24.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.9% | 17.4% | 7.5% | 2.9% | 14.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 19.2% | 8.6% | -10.6% | 2.2% | 6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 39.5% | 6.2% | -33.3% | 1.9% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.5% | 76.7% | -29.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 22% | 0.5% | 21.5% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 7.8% | 1.5% | 6.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 14.6% | 1.2% | 13.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 2.9% | 37.2% | -34.3% |
| Christian | 4.9% | 46.2% | -41.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 55.2% | 1.7% | 53.5% |
| Muslim | 31.8% | 6.5% | 25.3% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pearson Avenue was 71.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% lower than the Belgrave average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pearson Avenue has the 29th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Belgrave and the 400th lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Pearson Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-02-10 | £286,538 |
| 25 Pearson Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, a newly built property | £230,950 | 2018-02-09 | £338,970 |
| 19 Pearson Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, a newly built property | £218,950 | 2018-02-01 | £321,357 |
| 3 Pearson Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, a newly built property | £217,950 | 2017-12-18 | £326,925 |
| 15 Pearson Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, a newly built property | £196,500 | 2017-12-18 | £294,750 |
LE4 5JE 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 student residents living in LE4 5JE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 162 |
| Part-Time Employee | 72 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 50 |
| Looking after home or family | 42 |
| Other | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 25 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Mead Primary Academy 109 Ross Walk , LE4 5HH | 4out of 4 | 337 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave St Peter's CofE Primary School Thurcaston Road , LE4 5PG | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolsey House Primary School Beaumont Leys Lane , LE4 2BB | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mellor Community Primary School Checketts Road , LE4 5EQ | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy Harrison Road , LE4 6QN | 3out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushey Mead Academy Melton Road , LE4 7AN | 4out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soar Valley College Gleneagles Avenue , LE4 7GY | 4out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy Anstey Lane , LE4 0FJ | 3out of 4 | 2,323 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Leys School Anstey Lane , LE4 0FL | 3out of 4 | 2,398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Mead Academy Richard III Road , LE3 5QT | - not rated | 2,454 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 | 2,810 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 3,790 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 4,079 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 4,205 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 | 3,832 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 | 508 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Mulberry School St George's House, William Street , LE1 1RW | - not rated | 2,200 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jameah Boys Academy 33 Wood Hill , Leicester LE5 3SQ | - not rated | 2,638 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Jameah Academy 49 Rolleston Street , LE5 3SD | - not rated | 2,673 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| De Montfort University The Gateway , LE1 9BH | - not rated | 2,798 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fries Man / Tuk Shop | Unit G, Leicester Business Centre | 124 yd | |
| The Cafe | Abbey Pumping Station Museum, Corporation Road | 332 yd | |
| The Blue Marble Cafe @ The Space Park | 92 Corporation Road, Leicester | 354 yd | |
| Amaravathi South Indian Restaurant | 2 - 16 Loughborough Road, Leicester | 363 yd | |
| Mumbai Sandwich Station | 2 - 16 Loughborough Road, Leicester | 363 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Spice Bar | Gujurat Arya Community Centre, 49 Hildyard Road | 407 yd | |
| Blue Peter Club | 3 - 5 Law Street, Leicester | 407 yd | |
| Indian Queen Club | Indian Queen, 2 Halkin Street | 644 yd | |
| The Broadway | Broadway Hotel, 263 - 265 Abbey Lane | 680 yd | |
| The Jungle Club | Jungle Club, 21 - 23 Checketts Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DYT2 | 22A Loughborough Road, Leicester | 363 yd | |
| Naseeb At The Clowes | Clowes Arms, 29 Portsmouth Road | 420 yd | |
| Biryaniwala | 28B Melton Road, Leicester | 462 yd | |
| Aarti Sweet Centre | 8 Melton Road, Leicester | 463 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 28C Melton Road, Leicester | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 73 Melton Road, Leicester | 528 yd | |
| Root Millers Superstore | 1 - 3 Herbert Avenue, Leicester | 540 yd | |
| Asda | 1 Exploration Drive, Leicester | 611 yd | |
| Popats Cash And Carry | 136 Harrison Road, Leicester | 760 yd | |
| Lidl | 227 Loughborough Road, Leicester | 953 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cossington Street Sports Centre COSSINGTON STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 605 yd |
| Abbey Park ABBEY PARK ABBEY PARK ABBEY PARK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 820 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Leicester) BYFORD WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,022 yd |
| Leicester College (Abbey Park Campus) (Closed) Painter Street | 1,081 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 | 142.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.