Upper Packington Road is in Ashby-De-La-Zouch and in North West Leicestershire district. LE65 1ED is located in the Ashby Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Packington Road, Ashby-de-la-zouch, LE65 1ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE65 1EF, LE65 1ER, LE65 1EA, LE65 1ES, LE65 1XB, LE65 1WY, LE65 1BH, LE65 1BZ, LE65 1EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE65 1ED is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 LE65 1ED there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.1% 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 | 16.8% | 23.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.3% | 63.1% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 18.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 5% | 6.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.5% | 58.6% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 33% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 6.8% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 LE65 1ED this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 59.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.9% | 7.5% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5% | 2% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -7.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 13% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.3% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.8% | 59.6% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 25.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 94.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.9% | 94.1% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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 | 97.6% | 94.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 49.9% | 46.2% | 3.7% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Packington Road was 7.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.9% lower than the Ashby Castle average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Upper Packington Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Ashby Castle and the 8th lowest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Upper Packington Road, Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2024-02-20 | £687,756 |
| Harcourt Upper Packington Road, Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2022-03-02 | £804,925 |
| 45 Upper Packington Road, Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2020-11-26 | £355,919 |
| 25 Upper Packington Road, Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2020-10-15 | £825,177 |
| Norbury, 5 Upper Packington Road, Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2020-03-06 | £478,515 |
LE65 1ED area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby-de-la-Zouch Church of England Primary School Burton Road , LE65 2LL | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashby Willesley Primary School Packington Nook Lane , LE65 2QG | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcote Primary School Willowbrook Close , LE65 1JX | 3out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashby Hill Top Primary School Beaumont Avenue , LE65 2NF | 4out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashby Hastings Primary School School Lane , | - not rated | 1,695 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby School Nottingham Road , LE65 1DT | - not rated | 634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivanhoe College North Street , LE65 1HX | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Charlton Learning Centre North Street , LE65 1HU | - not rated | 673 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby Bowls Club | Ashby Bowls Club, The Green | 472 yd | |
| East Midlands Housing Prior Park Community Centre | The Community Centre, Prior Park Road | 503 yd | |
| Ashby Lawn Tennis Club | Ashby Lawn Tennis Club, South Street | 579 yd | |
| The Lyric Rooms Limited | Lyric Rooms, 17 Lower Church Street | 621 yd | |
| Fine Cuisine | Lyric Rooms, 17 Lower Church Street | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tap At 76 | 76 Market Street, Ashby De La Zouch | 658 yd | |
| White Hart Inn | White Hart Public House, 82 Market Street | 658 yd | |
| Manhattans | 60A Market Street, Ashby De La Zouch | 681 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 56 Market Street, Ashby De La Zouch | 681 yd | |
| Ashby Ivanhoe Football Club | Lower Packington Road, Ashby De La Zouch | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugarhut Desserts Ashby | 6 Bakery Court, Market Street | 629 yd | |
| C K House | 100A Market Street, Ashby-De-La-Zouch | 658 yd | |
| La Spezia Pizzeria | 3 Bakery Court (La Spezia), Market Street | 681 yd | |
| The Fish Inn | 83A Market Street, Ashby De La Zouch | 689 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 24 Market Street, Ashby De La Zouch | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 9 Derby Road, Ashby-De-La-Zouch | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashby Castle Lawn Tennis Club Castle Lodge Drive off SOUTH STREET | tennis courts | 516 yd |
| Bath Grounds Station Road | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Ashby School NOTTINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 658 yd |
| Nfu Sports Ground (Ashby-De-La-Zouch) GREENFIELD GREENFIELD LOWER PACKINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Fitness Republic 59A 59A MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 711 yd |
| Ivanhoe Specialist Technology Academy NORTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 893 yd |
| Hood Park Leisure Centre NORTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 916 yd |
| Western Park Avenue Road | grass pitches | 966 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 | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 210.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.