Bowhill Grove is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE5 2PE 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 Bowhill Grove, Leicester, LE5 2PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE5 2LU, LE5 2PL, LE5 2LJ, LE5 2QF, LE5 2QN, LE5 2PG, LE5 2LB, LE5 2PH, LE5 2LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE5 2PE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 52.4% | 54.4% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 45.6% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 2PE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 42.8% | 45.8% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.9% | 34.7% | 1.8% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| 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 | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 11.1% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 3.8% | -2.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 45% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 35.4% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 14.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 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.
In the area around LE5 2PE this area, 33.7% 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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.7% | 33.7% | -14.0% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 12.6% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 14.9% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 10.7% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.4% | 19.2% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.8% 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 | 6% | 14.3% | 8.3% | 3.1% | 11.2% |
| Pakistani | 3.6% | 6.7% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 7.7% | 2.7% | -5.0% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 75.9% | 58.8% | -17.1% | 81.4% | -22.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 75.6% 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 | 88.7% | 75.6% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -7.6% |
| European Union | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.8% | 15.8% | 11.0% | 5.6% | 10.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 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 | 87.8% | 75.6% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 14.2% | 13.6% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 5.6% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 3.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.1% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Hindu | 4.8% | 1.7% | 3.1% |
| Muslim | 18% | 6.5% | 11.5% |
| Sikh | 4.8% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bowhill Grove was 281.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 215.1% higher than the Humberstone & Hamilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bowhill Grove has the 7th highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Humberstone & Hamilton and the 97th highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 96.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Bowhill Grove, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2024-05-13 | £162,822 |
| 110 Bowhill Grove, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2022-09-02 | £246,004 |
| 72 Bowhill Grove, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-04-14 | £183,200 |
| 132 Bowhill Grove, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-12-23 | £236,934 |
| 66 Bowhill Grove, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2019-08-30 | £210,549 |
LE5 2PE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy Roborough Green , Thurnby Lodge LE5 2NA | 4out of 4 | 444 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurnby Mead Primary Academy Dudley Avenue , LE5 2EG | 3out of 4 | 569 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Catholic Academy Armadale Drive , LE5 1HF | 2out of 4 | 877 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernvale Primary School Somerby Road , Thurnby LE7 9PR | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scraptoft Valley Primary School New Romney Crescent , Netherhall Estate LE5 1NG | 3out of 4 | 971 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 | 1,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spencefield Lane , LE5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Leicester College Downing Drive , Evington LE5 6LN | 2out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Judgemeadow Community College Marydene Drive , Evington LE5 6HP | 1out of 4 | 2,336 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown Hills Community College Gwendolen Road , LE5 5FT | 3out of 4 | 2,952 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,022 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 572 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Hall School Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Whitehall Road , Evington LE5 6GJ | 3out of 4 | 1,870 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Field Academy Broad Avenue , LE5 4PY | 4out of 4 | 2,673 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buns And Shakes | 200 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 308 yd | |
| Christ Church Hall | Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 308 yd | |
| Eastside Barbers & Coffee Shop | 8 Cranbrook Road, Thurnby | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stirrup Cup | Stirrup Cup, Thurncourt Road | 381 yd | |
| The White House | 375 Scraptoft Lane, Scraptoft | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Balti House | 196 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 308 yd | |
| Thurnby Chippy | 188 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 308 yd | |
| Ace Place | 192 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 308 yd | |
| Reload Foods | 2 Gervas Road, Leicester | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Supermarket | 166 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 308 yd | |
| Coop | 22 Station Road, Thurnby | 836 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Main Street | 934 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willowbrook Playing Fields FORWARD HOUSE FORWARD HOUSE THURNCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 254 yd |
| Willowbrook Primary Academy ROBOROUGH GREEN | grass pitches | 350 yd |
| Thurnby Rangers THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND DAKYN ROAD | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Fernvale Primary School SOMERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Manor Field BRADGATE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,076 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 | 71.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.