Sextant Road is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE5 2JA is located in the Thurncourt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sextant Road, Leicester, LE5 2JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE5 2HR, LE5 2JB, LE5 2NN, LE5 2HS, LE5 1HX, LE5 2NF, LE5 2HH, LE5 1JG, LE5 2HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE5 2JA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 56.1% | 52.5% | -3.6% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 43.9% | 47.5% | 3.6% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.2% | 30.7% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 40.2% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 15% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 18.1% | 12.2% | -5.9% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
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 | 29.5% | 36.4% | 6.9% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 40.5% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 16% | -8.9% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 LE5 2JA this area, 31.2% 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 17.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.5% | 31.2% | -12.3% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 11.5% | 3.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 16.2% | 4.5% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 3.2% | -2.8% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 16.6% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 17.8% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -16.0% |
| Other | 8.9% | 3.6% | -5.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57.6% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 8.4% | 27.9% | 19.5% | 3.1% | 24.8% |
| Pakistani | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 77.5% | 57.6% | -19.9% | 81.4% | -23.8% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 75.5% 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 | 82.8% | 75.5% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 4.9% | 5.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 12.9% | 6.9% | 5.6% | 7.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.4% | 75.3% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 18.6% | 18.6% | 9.8% | 8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 1% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.3% | 2% | -11.3% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19% | 37.2% | -18.2% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Hindu | 10.5% | 1.7% | 8.8% |
| Muslim | 21% | 6.5% | 14.5% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sextant Road was 28.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.4% lower than the Humberstone & Hamilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sextant Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 97 local areas in Humberstone & Hamilton and the 126th lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Sextant Road, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-07-30 | £271,981 |
| 52 Sextant Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2018-07-20 | £283,027 |
| 30 Sextant Road, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2018-06-28 | £336,547 |
| 40 Sextant Road, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2017-08-11 | £341,720 |
| 52 Sextant Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2015-05-28 | £291,911 |
LE5 2JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 retired residents living in LE5 2JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Catholic Academy Armadale Drive , LE5 1HF | 2out of 4 | 527 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurnby Mead Primary Academy Dudley Avenue , LE5 2EG | 3out of 4 | 720 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Humberstone Infant Academy Main Street , Humberstone LE5 1AE | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Humberstone Junior School Main Street , Humberstone LE5 1AE | 4out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scraptoft Valley Primary School New Romney Crescent , Netherhall Estate LE5 1NG | 3out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,605 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spencefield Lane , LE5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 1,657 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Leicester College Downing Drive , Evington LE5 6LN | 2out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown Hills Community College Gwendolen Road , LE5 5FT | 3out of 4 | 2,433 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Judgemeadow Community College Marydene Drive , Evington LE5 6HP | 1out of 4 | 2,498 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,198 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 4,729 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 5,027 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 5,467 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester City Primary PRU Gervas Road , LE5 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 717 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | - not rated | 1,155 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Hall School Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Whitehall Road , Evington LE5 6GJ | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakham House 493 Gypsy Lane , Humberstone LE5 0TD | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Netherhall Road | 653 yd | |
| Kitty's Cafe | 111 Netherhall Road, Leicester | 782 yd | |
| JoJo's Cafe | 111 Netherhall Road, Leicester | 782 yd | |
| Christ Church Hall | Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 799 yd | |
| Buns And Shakes | 200 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stirrup Cup | Stirrup Cup, Thurncourt Road | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reload Foods | 2 Gervas Road, Leicester | 321 yd | |
| Netherhall Fish Bar | 117 - 119 Netherhall Road, Leicester | 782 yd | |
| Spice Balti House | 196 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 799 yd | |
| Thurnby Chippy | 188 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 799 yd | |
| Ace Place | 192 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Supermarket | 166 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 799 yd | |
| Humberstone Food Store Ltd | 59 - 61 Main Street, Humberstone | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbots Road United Reformed Church 11-15 11-15 ABBOTS ROAD SOUTH | 422 yd | |
| Monks Rest Gardens MONKS REST GARDENS MONKS REST GARDENS VICARAGE LANE | tennis courts | 762 yd |
| Moorfields Recreation Ground MOORFIELDS | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Thurnby Rangers THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND DAKYN ROAD | grass pitches | 905 yd |
| Nether Hall School (Closed) Netherhall Road | 1,048 yd | |
| Willowbrook Playing Fields FORWARD HOUSE FORWARD HOUSE THURNCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.