Dronfield Street is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE5 5AW is located in the Spinney Hills electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leicester South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dronfield Street, Leicester, LE5 5AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE5 5AP, LE5 5AT, LE5 5BJ, LE5 5AR, LE5 5AZ, LE5 5BE, LE5 5AE, LE5 5BG, LE5 5AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE5 5AW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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% | 52.6% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 49% | 47.4% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 5AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 26% | 28.5% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 58.4% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -6.5% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 8.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.9% | 49.6% | 6.7% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 29.6% | -9.2% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 16% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around LE5 5AW this area, 39.2% 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 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.9% | 39.2% | 0.3% | 18.2% | 21.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 13% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 9.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 12.4% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 16.9% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 14.5% | 6.9% | -7.6% | 2.8% | 4.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 3.7% 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 | 3.5% | 11% | 7.5% | 1.1% | 9.9% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 66.7% | 73% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 69.9% |
| Pakistani | 10.4% | 10.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 8.1% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 81.4% | -77.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, just 40.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 40.2% | 40.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | -42.3% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 16.3% | 8.7% | -7.6% | 2.7% | 6.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 39.6% | 44.5% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 38.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 40.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 32.9% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 40.2% | 40.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | -42.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 32.9% | 30.7% | 9.8% | 23.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.5% | 8.3% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 15% | 14.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 12.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 36% | 3.7% | -32.3% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Italy | 6.1% | 0.6% | 5.5% |
| Portugal | 7.9% | 0.5% | 7.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 11.6% | 1.2% | 10.4% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 2% | 37.2% | -35.2% |
| Christian | 3.7% | 46.2% | -42.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 14.9% | 1.7% | 13.2% |
| Muslim | 70.3% | 6.5% | 63.8% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dronfield Street was 4.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.2% lower than the Spinney Hills average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dronfield Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 80 local areas in Spinney Hills and the 6th lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Dronfield Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2021-12-22 | £244,648 |
| 55A Dronfield Street, Leicester, Leicester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-05-01 | £249,373 |
| 55 Dronfield Street, Leicester, Leicester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-05-01 | £249,373 |
| 67 Dronfield Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2018-10-26 | £247,104 |
| 55 Dronfield Street, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-01-11 | £212,771 |
The percentage of student residents living in LE5 5AW 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 | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Looking after home or family | 58 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 36 |
| Other | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy Melbourne Road , Highfields LE2 0DR | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Infant School Melbourne Road , Highfields LE2 0DR | 4out of 4 | 372 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Primary School Pluto Close , Highfields LE2 0UU | 4out of 4 | 487 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Medway Community Primary School St Stephens Road , Highfields LE2 1GH | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spinney Hill Primary School Ventnor Street , LE5 5EZ | 3out of 4 | 582 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madani Girls' School 77 Evington Valley Road , LE5 5LL | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Madani Boys School 77 Evington Valley , LE5 5LL | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Moat Community College Maidstone Road , LE2 0TU | 3out of 4 | 808 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown Hills Community College Gwendolen Road , LE5 5FT | 3out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Mead Academy 31 St Augustine Road , | - not rated | 2,656 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauchamp City Sixth Form 1 South Albion Street , LE1 6JL | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 1,764 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 2,039 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 3,638 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti Fields School 21 Furrow View , LE5 0BX | - not rated | 3,173 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, 50 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | 1out of 4 | 4,945 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School 97 Bridge Road , Leicester LE5 3LD | - not rated | 288 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Imam Muhammad Adam Institute Boys School 372 East Park Road , LEICESTER LE5 5AY | - not rated | 294 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Al-Islamia Institute for Education 5-7 Evington Street , LE2 0SA | - not rated | 524 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jameah Academy 49 Rolleston Street , LE5 3SD | - not rated | 829 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Jameah Boys Academy 33 Wood Hill , Leicester LE5 3SQ | - not rated | 868 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud 9 Desserts | 133 East Park Road, Leicester | 59 yd | |
| Sahara Lounge | 127A East Park Road, Leicester | 68 yd | |
| KREM | The Pavilion, Spinney Hill Park | 307 yd | |
| J's Cafe | 2 Bartholomew Street, Leicester | 451 yd | |
| Bruberry | 39 Moat Road, Leicester | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Zion Inn | The Burlington, 76 Guthlaxton Street | 725 yd | |
| The Old Horse | 198 London Road, Leicester | 917 yd | |
| Milap Club | 41 Vulcan Road, Leicester | 922 yd | |
| The Marquis | Marquis Of Wellington, 139 London Road | 1,027 yd | |
| Green Lane Social Club / Jitu's Dhaba | 81 - 83 Green Lane Road, Leicester | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Wok | 139B East Park Road, Leicester | 68 yd | |
| Dillis | 131 East Park Road, Leicester | 68 yd | |
| Shazmin's | 2 Laurel Road, Leicester | 308 yd | |
| Highfield Halaal Bakery | 102 Melbourne Road, Leicester | 527 yd | |
| New Purnima Of Mombasa | 50 Buxton Street, Leicester | 535 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 170 - 182 Evington Road, Leicester | 635 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 146 London Road, Leicester | 922 yd | |
| Anna Supermarket | Restaurant, 151 London Road | 1,027 yd | |
| Choice Supermarket | Restaurant, 151 London Road | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spinney Hill Park 264-266 264-266 EAST PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 232 yd |
| S & S Fitness (Closed) 91-93 91-93 Gwendolen Road | health and fitness suite | 387 yd |
| S & S Fitness GWENDOLEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 455 yd |
| Highfields Centre MELBOURNE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 556 yd |
| Sugars Gym 2A 2A ELIZABETH STREET | health and fitness suite | 888 yd |
| Moat Community College MAIDSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 940 yd |
| Victoria Park VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,017 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 | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| 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 | 85.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.