Shipley Road is in Leicester and in Leicester district. LE5 5BW 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 Shipley Road, Leicester, LE5 5BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE5 5BX, LE5 5AY, LE5 5AZ, LE5 5BR, LE5 5BS, LE5 5AJ, LE5 5AH, LE5 5AR, LE5 5LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE5 5BW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 50.2% | 3.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 53.7% | 49.8% | -3.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LE5 5BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.9% 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 | 26.3% | 27.1% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 60.9% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 16.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -7.2% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 8.2% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 46.3% | 40.5% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 33.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 17.1% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.6% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 5BW 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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.5% | 38.6% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 20.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 14% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 11.6% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 19.8% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 10% | 6.3% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 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 | 2.2% | 7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 5.9% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 76.3% | 72.8% | -3.5% | 3.1% | 69.7% |
| Pakistani | 12.2% | 9.3% | -2.9% | 2.7% | 6.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 0.7% | 7% | 6.3% | 81.4% | -74.4% |
In this area, just 42.8% 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 | 48.5% | 42.8% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -40.4% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 5.4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 13% | 17.5% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 14.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 34.4% | 33.9% | -0.5% | 5.6% | 28.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 42.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 46.1% 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 | 48.5% | 42.6% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -40.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 46.1% | 45.4% | 9.8% | 36.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 8.1% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 5.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 1.9% | -4.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 41.1% | 1.2% | -39.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 3.5% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 5.9% | 1.2% | 4.7% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 1.2% | 37.2% | -36.0% |
| Christian | 7.8% | 46.2% | -38.4% |
| Hindu | 13.7% | 1.7% | 12.0% |
| Muslim | 68.8% | 6.5% | 62.3% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shipley Road was 141.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 140.0% higher than the Spinney Hills average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shipley Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Spinney Hills and the 265th highest crime rate of 954 local areas in Leicester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 364.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Shipley Road, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2024-12-13 | £348,249 |
| 6 Shipley Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-03-24 | £368,373 |
| 28 Shipley Road, Leicester, Leicester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-03-16 | £147,030 |
| 24 Shipley Road, Leicester, Leicester Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2015-12-01 | £381,909 |
| 38 Shipley Road, Leicester, Leicester Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2014-10-30 | £424,225 |
LE5 5BW 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.
| Retired | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 523 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Infant School Melbourne Road , Highfields LE2 0DR | 4out of 4 | 523 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spinney Hill Primary School Ventnor Street , LE5 5EZ | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Medway Community Primary School St Stephens Road , Highfields LE2 1GH | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Primary School Pluto Close , Highfields LE2 0UU | 4out of 4 | 640 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 641 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Madani Boys School 77 Evington Valley , LE5 5LL | 3out of 4 | 641 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Moat Community College Maidstone Road , LE2 0TU | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown Hills Community College Gwendolen Road , LE5 5FT | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Mead Academy 31 St Augustine Road , | - not rated | 2,796 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 | 1,483 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WQE and Regent College Group University Road , LE1 7RJ | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester College Welford Road , LE2 7LW | - not rated | 2,108 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 3,610 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 | 3,279 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 | 4,916 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 | 145 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Imam Muhammad Adam Institute Boys School 372 East Park Road , LEICESTER LE5 5AY | - not rated | 151 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Al-Islamia Institute for Education 5-7 Evington Street , LE2 0SA | - not rated | 654 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jameah Academy 49 Rolleston Street , LE5 3SD | - not rated | 869 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Land of Learning Primary School 5-11 Evington Drive , Leicester LE5 5PF | - not rated | 892 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sahara Lounge | 127A East Park Road, Leicester | 93 yd | |
| Cloud 9 Desserts | 133 East Park Road, Leicester | 101 yd | |
| KREM | The Pavilion, Spinney Hill Park | 386 yd | |
| Bruberry | 39 Moat Road, Leicester | 455 yd | |
| Cafe Portugal | 120 Evington Valley Road, Leicester | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Zion Inn | The Burlington, 76 Guthlaxton Street | 869 yd | |
| The Old Horse | 198 London Road, Leicester | 957 yd | |
| The Lancaster Arms | Lancaster Arms, 234 Green Lane Road | 1,041 yd | |
| Leicester Railwaymen's Club And Institute | Leicester Railwaymens Club, East Park Road | 1,062 yd | |
| Milap Club | 41 Vulcan Road, Leicester | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Wok | 139B East Park Road, Leicester | 93 yd | |
| Dillis | 131 East Park Road, Leicester | 93 yd | |
| Shazmin's | 2 Laurel Road, Leicester | 342 yd | |
| King Mario's Pizza | 1 Linton Street, Leicester | 499 yd | |
| Chilli Flames | 154 Evington Road, Leicester | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 170 - 182 Evington Road, Leicester | 572 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 146 London Road, Leicester | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| S & S Fitness (Closed) 91-93 91-93 Gwendolen Road | health and fitness suite | 279 yd |
| Spinney Hill Park 264-266 264-266 EAST PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 312 yd |
| S & S Fitness GWENDOLEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 328 yd |
| Highfields Centre MELBOURNE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 708 yd |
| Sugars Gym 2A 2A ELIZABETH STREET | health and fitness suite | 814 yd |
| Victoria Park VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,061 yd |
| Roundhill Tennis Club HOMEWAY ROAD | tennis courts | 1,082 yd |
| Moat Community College MAIDSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,088 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 | 173.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.