Selby Avenue is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE5 1ST is located in the Humberstone & Hamilton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Selby Avenue, Leicester, LE5 1ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE5 1RJ, LE5 1RS, LE5 1RR, LE5 1SA, LE5 1GP, LE5 1GU, LE5 1GR, LE5 1WN, LE5 1GS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE5 1ST, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 55.2% | 52.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 44.8% | 47.2% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LE5 1ST, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% 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 | 39.5% | 42.7% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 43.4% | 4.3% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 4.9% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 41.4% | 45% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 34.5% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 13% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.9% | 26% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 7.6% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 19.7% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 19.4% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56.6% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 6.6% | 12.4% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 9.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 7.2% | 10.2% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 8.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 0.8% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 77.3% | 56.6% | -20.7% | 81.4% | -24.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 80.5% 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 | 89.8% | 80.5% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 10.5% | 5.5% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 80.3% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 12.1% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 4.9% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 2.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0.3% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 19.2% | 6.5% | 12.7% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Selby Avenue was 77.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.9% lower than the Humberstone & Hamilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Selby Avenue has the 35th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Humberstone & Hamilton and the 433rd lowest crime rate of 942 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Selby Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-05-30 | £273,306 |
| 68 Selby Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-01-06 | £272,155 |
| 70 Selby Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £202,500 | 2021-01-27 | £249,661 |
| 52 Selby Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2018-04-24 | £246,421 |
| 46 Selby Avenue, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2016-08-15 | £257,162 |
The percentage of student residents living in LE5 1ST 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 | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scraptoft Valley Primary School New Romney Crescent , Netherhall Estate LE5 1NG | 3out of 4 | 476 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kestrels' Field Primary School Maidenwell Avenue , Hamilton LE5 1TG | - not rated | 544 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kestrel Mead Primary Academy Maidenwell Avenue , Hamilton LE5 1TG | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Catholic Academy Armadale Drive , LE5 1HF | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Armadale Drive , LE5 1HF | - not rated | 847 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton College Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | - not rated | 281 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Mead Academy Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mundella Community College Wycombe Road , LE5 0PR | - not rated | 2,365 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Paul's Catholic School Spencefield Lane , LE5 6HN | - not rated | 2,893 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spencefield Lane , LE5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 2,893 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 | 1,315 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 1,315 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 Bhaktivedanta Marg , LE5 0BX | 3out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherhall Mead Academy Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 297 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Hall School Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | - not rated | 297 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmbrook School 231 Netherhall Road , LE5 1DT | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | - not rated | 475 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | 4out of 4 | 475 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitty's Cafe | 111 Netherhall Road, Leicester | 581 yd | |
| JoJo's Cafe | 111 Netherhall Road, Leicester | 581 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Netherhall Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White House | 375 Scraptoft Lane, Scraptoft | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherhall Fish Bar | 117 - 119 Netherhall Road, Leicester | 581 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Main Street | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Academy KEYHAM LANE WEST | grass pitches, tennis courts | 291 yd |
| Nether Hall School KEYHAM LANE WEST | 293 yd | |
| Nether Hall School (Closed) Netherhall Road | 380 yd | |
| Keyham Lodge School KEYHAM LANE | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Moorfields Recreation Ground MOORFIELDS | grass pitches | 485 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 | 163.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.