Husthwaite Lane is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE5 1BY is located in the Humberstone & Hamilton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester East. This postcode has been in use since 2011-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Husthwaite Lane, Leicester, LE5 1BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE5 1BR, LE5 1WH, LE5 1GB, LE5 1BU, LE5 1WD, LE5 1BX, LE5 1BQ, LE5 1BW, LE5 1BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE5 1BY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 51.2% | 54.1% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 48.8% | 45.9% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 LE5 1BY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.4% 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 | 35.5% | 28.1% | -7.4% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 62.4% | 9.4% | 44.2% | 18.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 1.8% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -7.3% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.9%) 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 | 60.3% | 59.8% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 11.4% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 31.1% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 5.5% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 16.3% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 7.8% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 15.9% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 14.4% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.5% | 41.5% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 7% | 2.2% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 48.3% | 64.3% | 16.0% | 3.1% | 61.2% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 10.4% | 7.0% | 2.7% | 7.7% |
| Other Asian | 7.1% | 3.9% | -3.2% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 21.6% | 8.9% | -12.7% | 81.4% | -72.5% |
| Arab | 6.4% | 2.3% | -4.1% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
In this area, 56.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 56.7% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -26.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 14.7% | 15.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 12.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.4% | 24.7% | 6.3% | 5.6% | 19.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.7% | 57% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -26.2% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 29.6% | 24.0% | 9.8% | 19.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.6% | 4.7% | -0.9% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.8% | 4.7% | -4.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.2% | 4% | -11.2% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 5.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 7.9% | 37.2% | -29.3% |
| Christian | 8.7% | 46.2% | -37.5% |
| Hindu | 34.6% | 1.7% | 32.9% |
| Muslim | 34.9% | 6.5% | 28.4% |
| Sikh | 11% | 0.9% | 10.1% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Husthwaite Lane was 110.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.0% higher than the Humberstone & Hamilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Husthwaite Lane has the 25th highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Humberstone & Hamilton and the 368th highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Husthwaite Lane, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £265,500 | 2021-12-07 | £292,586 |
| 9 Husthwaite Lane, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2019-11-15 | £269,045 |
| 10 Husthwaite Lane, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2014-08-01 | £397,655 |
| 7 Husthwaite Lane, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £159,950 | 2013-05-24 | £308,901 |
| 9 Husthwaite Lane, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £155,000 | 2013-04-26 | £301,117 |
LE5 1BY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 115 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Hamilton CofE Primary School Sandhills Avenue , North Hamilton LE5 1LU | 3out of 4 | 463 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kestrel Mead Primary Academy Maidenwell Avenue , Hamilton LE5 1TG | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Falcons Primary School George Hine House , Gipsy Lane LE5 0TA | 3out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pochin School School Lane , Barkby LE7 3QL | 4out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandfield Close Primary School Sandfield Close , LE4 7RE | 3out of 4 | 2,171 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Mead Academy Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 1out of 4 | 1,866 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soar Valley College Gleneagles Avenue , LE4 7GY | 4out of 4 | 2,813 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Mead Academy Melton Road , LE4 7AN | 4out of 4 | 3,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Roundhill Academy 997 Melton Road , Thurmaston LE4 8GQ | 3out of 4 | 3,369 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spencefield Lane , LE5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 4,228 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 | 1,522 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Hall School Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 1,885 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakham House 493 Gypsy Lane , Humberstone LE5 0TD | - not rated | 2,280 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Leicester City Primary PRU Gervas Road , LE5 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 3,224 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Aqsa Schools Trust The Wayne Way , Leicester LE5 4PP | - not rated | 3,756 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tabys | 200 Sandhills Avenue, Leicester | 466 yd | |
| KFC | 10 Waterside Road, Leicester | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh My Cod | 194 Sandhills Avenue, Leicester | 408 yd | |
| Fireaway | Unit 3 Hamilton Retail Parade, 10 Kestrel Lane | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 188 Sandhills Avenue, Leicester | 408 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Park SANDHILLS AVENUE | grass pitches | 607 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 | 73.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.