Wreford Crescent is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE5 2QG 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 Wreford Crescent, Leicester, LE5 2QG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE5 2QH, LE5 2QF, LE5 2PW, LE5 2PA, LE5 2QJ, LE5 2PL, LE5 2PU, LE5 2PN, LE5 2PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE5 2QG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49% | 49.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LE5 2QG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 43.6% | 45% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 35.1% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 12.9% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 3.5% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 39.4% | 45.6% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 39% | 27.8% | -11.2% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 17.8% | 5.1% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 7.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 2QG this area, 38.6% 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 12.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.6% | 38.6% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 20.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 14.9% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 15.8% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 10.9% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 12.9% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -20.9% |
| Other | 6.4% | 5.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.4% | 17.1% | 11.7% | 3.1% | 14.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 5.3% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
| Black African | 4.2% | 2.1% | -2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.2% | 5.7% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 80.7% | 54.1% | -26.6% | 81.4% | -27.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 76.9% 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 | 89.6% | 76.9% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -6.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 5.4% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 11.6% | 10.8% | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.4% | 75.3% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 18.4% | 18.4% | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 0.4% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.7% | 76.7% | -13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 26.7% | 46.2% | -19.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 9.3% | 1.7% | 7.6% |
| Muslim | 16.4% | 6.5% | 9.9% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wreford Crescent was 92.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.1% higher than the Humberstone & Hamilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wreford Crescent has the 33rd highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Humberstone & Hamilton and the 447th highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Wreford Crescent, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2024-03-28 | £284,148 |
| 22 Wreford Crescent, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-04-17 | £191,167 |
| 16 Wreford Crescent, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-08-19 | £222,490 |
| 20 Wreford Crescent, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-06-25 | £219,729 |
| 6 Wreford Crescent, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-01-11 | £218,576 |
LE5 2QG 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 | 60 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 548 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurnby Mead Primary Academy Dudley Avenue , LE5 2EG | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scraptoft Valley Primary School New Romney Crescent , Netherhall Estate LE5 1NG | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Catholic Academy Armadale Drive , LE5 1HF | 2out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernvale Primary School Somerby Road , Thurnby LE7 9PR | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,384 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spencefield Lane , LE5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 1,868 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Leicester College Downing Drive , Evington LE5 6LN | 2out of 4 | 1,985 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Judgemeadow Community College Marydene Drive , Evington LE5 6HP | 1out of 4 | 2,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown Hills Community College Gwendolen Road , LE5 5FT | 3out of 4 | 3,143 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 | 2,004 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 | 762 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Hall School Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Whitehall Road , Evington LE5 6GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakham House 493 Gypsy Lane , Humberstone LE5 0TD | - not rated | 2,861 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church Hall | Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 501 yd | |
| Buns And Shakes | 200 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 501 yd | |
| Eastside Barbers & Coffee Shop | 8 Cranbrook Road, Thurnby | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White House | 375 Scraptoft Lane, Scraptoft | 393 yd | |
| The Stirrup Cup | Stirrup Cup, Thurncourt Road | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Balti House | 196 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 501 yd | |
| Thurnby Chippy | 188 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 501 yd | |
| Ace Place | 192 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 501 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Supermarket | 166 Thurncourt Road, Leicester | 501 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Main Street | 728 yd | |
| Coop | 22 Station Road, Thurnby | 944 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willowbrook Playing Fields FORWARD HOUSE FORWARD HOUSE THURNCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Willowbrook Primary Academy ROBOROUGH GREEN | grass pitches | 489 yd |
| Thurnby Rangers THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND DAKYN ROAD | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Fernvale Primary School SOMERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Nether Hall School (Closed) Netherhall Road | 988 yd | |
| Moorfields Recreation Ground MOORFIELDS | grass pitches | 1,026 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.