Charnwood Avenue is in Thurmaston, Leicester and in Charnwood district. LE4 8FL is located in the Thurmaston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Charnwood Avenue, Thurmaston, Leicester, LE4 8FL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE4 8FJ, LE4 8GE, LE4 8FR, LE4 8GB, LE4 8FW, LE4 8FT, LE4 8FQ, LE4 8ES, LE4 8FG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE4 8FL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.7% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.3% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LE4 8FL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.8% | 44.5% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 35.9% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -8.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12% | 12% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 5.3% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 46.5% | 40.9% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 15.3% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around LE4 8FL 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 28.6% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 12.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 14% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 10% | 7.5% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 15.9% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 12% | 14.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | 11.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 83.8% | 81.4% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 91.5% | 88.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 6.5% | 3.3% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 89.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 9.7% | 8.9% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 31.9% | 46.2% | -14.3% |
| Hindu | 11.5% | 1.7% | 9.8% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charnwood Avenue was 358.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 311.5% higher than the South Charnwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Charnwood Avenue has the highest crime rate of 54 local areas in South Charnwood and the 16th highest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 202.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 254.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-11-24 | £275,388 |
| 19 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2023-10-27 | £282,514 |
| 3 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-05-03 | £242,511 |
| 1 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-07-24 | £184,956 |
| 53 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £59,001 | 2015-08-07 | £92,792 |
LE4 8FL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Other | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Ellis Catholic Primary School, Thurmaston Barkby Thorpe Lane , Thurmaston LE4 8GP | 3out of 4 | 314 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Primary School Eastfield Road , Thurmaston LE4 8FP | 4out of 4 | 466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Infant School Church Hill Road , Thurmaston LE4 8DE | 3out of 4 | 603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Church of England Junior School Church Hill Road , Thurmaston LE4 8DE | 3out of 4 | 603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandfield Close Primary School Sandfield Close , LE4 7RE | 3out of 4 | 1,751 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Roundhill Academy 997 Melton Road , Thurmaston LE4 8GQ | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4GH | 3out of 4 | 2,247 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Mead Academy Melton Road , LE4 7AN | 4out of 4 | 2,762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soar Valley College Gleneagles Avenue , LE4 7GY | 4out of 4 | 2,867 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wreake Valley Academy Parkstone Road , Syston LE7 1LY | 2out of 4 | 3,211 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 | 3,884 yd | Academy 16-19 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 | 2,244 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakham House 493 Gypsy Lane , Humberstone LE5 0TD | - not rated | 3,907 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darul Uloom Leicester 119 Loughborough Road , LE4 5LN | - not rated | 3,941 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | - not rated | 4,241 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Hall School Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 4,618 yd | Foundation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Customer Restaurant, Asda, Barkby Thorpe Lane | 310 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | Unit 13 Thurmaston Shopping, Barkby Thorpe Lane | 311 yd | |
| Dunelm | Thurmaston Shopping Centre, Barkby Thorpe Lane | 311 yd | |
| Cinnabon | Barkby Thorpe Lane | 425 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Barkby Thorpe Lane | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top House | 796 Melton Road | 586 yd | |
| Thurmaston Progressive Working Mens Club | 805 Melton Road | 640 yd | |
| Thurmaston Conservative Club | Thurmaston Conservative Club, 768 Melton Road | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs plc | Unit 11, Thurmaston Shopping Centre, Barkby Thorpe Lane | 336 yd | |
| Thurmaston House | 811 Melton Road | 640 yd | |
| Tjs Thurmaston | 809 Melton Road | 640 yd | |
| Grill Master | 22c Garden Street | 681 yd | |
| Syston Farmhouse Pizza | 924 Melton Road | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costco | Unit 3, Westmoreland Avenue | 605 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Park Sports & Community Centre CHECKLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 302 yd |
| Eastfield Primary School EASTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 344 yd |
| Jubilee Park PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD BARKBY THORPE LANE | grass pitches | 620 yd |
| Garden Street Fields (Closed) Garden Street | grass pitches | 633 yd |
| Thurmaston Working Mens Progressive Club MELTON ROAD | 651 yd | |
| Studio 13 Fitness 928 928 MELTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 751 yd |
| The Roundhill Academy MELTON ROAD | swimming pool, tennis courts | 766 yd |
| The Roundhill Academy Sports Ground MELTON ROAD | grass pitches | 904 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.