Marfitt Street is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE4 6RP is located in the Rushey Mead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marfitt Street, Leicester, LE4 6RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE4 6RN, LE4 6QH, LE4 7AH, LE4 6QJ, LE4 7AG, LE4 6QQ, LE4 7AN, LE4 6QR, LE4 6QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE4 6RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.2% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.8% | 1.3% | 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 vicinity of LE4 6RP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 27.2% | 31.7% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 57.9% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 4% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 42.8% | 46.1% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 39.4% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 11.1% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 6RP this area, 41.3% 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.1% | 41.3% | 7.2% | 18.2% | 23.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 15.2% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 10.1% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 8.6% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -8.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 15.4% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 18.9% | 5.1% | -13.8% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 8.9% 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 | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 64.8% | 79.4% | 14.6% | 3.1% | 76.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 10.8% | 4% | -6.8% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 14.9% | 8.9% | -6.0% | 81.4% | -72.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, just 25.5% 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 | 38.4% | 25.5% | -12.9% | 83.2% | -57.7% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 5.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 17.7% | 10.5% | -7.2% | 2.7% | 7.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 38.2% | 57.8% | 19.6% | 5.6% | 52.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 25.5% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 33.1% 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 | 38.4% | 25.5% | -12.9% | 83.2% | -57.7% |
| 10+ Years | 7.6% | 33.1% | 25.5% | 9.8% | 23.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.6% | 17.6% | 7.0% | 2.9% | 14.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.9% | 13.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 11.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 28.5% | 9.9% | -18.6% | 1.9% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 45.1% | 76.7% | -31.6% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 21.8% | 0.5% | 21.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 19.6% | 1.2% | 18.4% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 2.8% | 37.2% | -34.4% |
| Christian | 15% | 46.2% | -31.2% |
| Hindu | 59% | 1.7% | 57.3% |
| Muslim | 14% | 6.5% | 7.5% |
| Sikh | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marfitt Street was 29.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.8% lower than the Belgrave average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Marfitt Street has the 18th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Belgrave and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% 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 Marfitt Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2025-07-18 | £204,396 |
| 23 Marfitt Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-11-29 | £211,073 |
| 51 Marfitt Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,500 | 2017-12-20 | £248,250 |
| 59 Marfitt Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2017-10-19 | £225,994 |
| 47 Marfitt Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £153,500 | 2015-11-20 | £265,254 |
LE4 6RP 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 6RP 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 | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 41 |
| Other | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mellor Community Primary School Checketts Road , LE4 5EQ | 3out of 4 | 126 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Mead Primary School Gipsy Lane , LE4 6RB | 3out of 4 | 356 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy Harrison Road , LE4 6QN | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Mead Primary Academy 109 Ross Walk , LE4 5HH | 4out of 4 | 813 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Primary School Wyvern Avenue , LE4 7HH | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | 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 | 764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soar Valley College Gleneagles Avenue , LE4 7GY | 4out of 4 | 835 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Community College Maidstone Road , LE2 0TU | 3out of 4 | 2,928 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Babington Academy Strasbourg Drive , Beaumont Leys LE4 0SZ | 4out of 4 | 3,227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy Anstey Lane , LE4 0FJ | 3out of 4 | 3,270 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 3,256 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 3,318 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 4,355 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 4,615 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 | 4,624 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 | 466 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oakham House 493 Gypsy Lane , Humberstone LE5 0TD | - not rated | 2,244 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Jameah Boys Academy 33 Wood Hill , Leicester LE5 3SQ | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Jameah Academy 49 Rolleston Street , LE5 3SD | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Mulberry School St George's House, William Street , LE1 1RW | - not rated | 2,574 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goan Delights | 96 St Michaels Avenue, Leicester | 111 yd | |
| Jai Somnath Taste Of India | 217 - 219 Melton Road, Leicester | 126 yd | |
| BRRGRR Co Handmade Burgers | 235 Melton Road, Leicester | 144 yd | |
| Cakes & Bakes | 193 Melton Road, Leicester | 155 yd | |
| O Ribatejo | 203 Melton Road, Leicester | 155 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Hotel | 197 Melton Road, Leicester | 152 yd | |
| Daman Flavours @ Victoria Jubilee Bar And Restaurant | Victoria Jubilee, 112 Leire Street | 311 yd | |
| The Jungle Club | Jungle Club, 21 - 23 Checketts Road | 447 yd | |
| Indian Queen Club | Indian Queen, 2 Halkin Street | 709 yd | |
| Coronation Lounge | The Spicetree, 205 Catherine Street | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lahore Kebab | 199 Melton Road, Leicester | 155 yd | |
| Shazmin's Fish And Chips | 187 Melton Road, Leicester | 155 yd | |
| Noor Naan House | 348 Harrison Road, Leicester | 196 yd | |
| The New Ho Lok | 259 Melton Road, Leicester | 232 yd | |
| Chilli Flake | 2 Leire Street, Leicester | 285 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Root Millers Superstore | 1 - 3 Herbert Avenue, Leicester | 435 yd | |
| Tesco | 73 Melton Road, Leicester | 595 yd | |
| Lidl | 118 - 126 Gipsy Lane, Leicester | 710 yd | |
| Lidl | 227 Loughborough Road, Leicester | 881 yd | |
| Popats Cash And Carry | 136 Harrison Road, Leicester | 915 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rushey Fields Recreation Ground PARK HOUSE PARK HOUSE HARRISON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 460 yd |
| Rushey Mead Academy MELTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 634 yd |
| Soar Valley College GLENEAGLES AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 746 yd |
| Cossington Street Sports Centre COSSINGTON STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 822 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 | 103.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.