Swepstone Road is in Heather, Coalville and in North West Leicestershire district. LE67 2RE is located in the Sence Valley 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 Swepstone Road, Heather, Coalville, LE67 2RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE67 2RG, LE67 2RA, LE67 2DH, LE67 2RJ, LE67 2RP, LE67 2RR, LE67 2RN, LE67 2RL, LE67 2RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE67 2RE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.4% | 48.1% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 53.6% | 51.9% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 LE67 2RE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.6% 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 | 24.9% | 30.6% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 56.6% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 12.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 8.4% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 45.7% | 53% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 31.6% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 10.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 14.1% | -13.5% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 9.8% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 9.8% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 9.5% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 22.7% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 32.8% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 99.4% | 97.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 97.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swepstone Road was 61.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.3% lower than the Ellistown & Battleflat average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swepstone Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Ellistown & Battleflat and the 139th highest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Swepstone Road, Coalville, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-07-01 | £212,752 |
| 1 Swepstone Road, Coalville, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-01-19 | £430,749 |
| 25 Swepstone Road, Coalville, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2022-11-04 | £230,168 |
| 47 Swepstone Road, Coalville, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-08-05 | £225,000 |
| 51 Swepstone Road, Coalville, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-07-25 | £208,519 |
LE67 2RE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LE67 2RE 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 | 152 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Primary School Main Street , Heather LE67 2QP | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock Laud Close , LE67 6NL | 3out of 4 | 2,042 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ibstock Junior School Melbourne Road , LE67 6NP | 3out of 4 | 2,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Burgoland Primary School School Lane , Newton Burgoland LE67 2SL | 4out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodstone Community Primary School Heather Lane , Ravenstone LE67 2AH | 3out of 4 | 3,467 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibstock Community College Central Avenue , LE67 6NE | 3out of 4 | 2,154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens Head | 5 Main Street, Heather | 437 yd | |
| Cattows Farm Tea Rooms | Cattows Farm, Swepstone Road | 525 yd | |
| Darcie Mae's | Office B North Side, Mill Lane | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | Crown Inn, 23 Main Street | 340 yd | |
| Heather St John Football Club | Heather St Johns Football Club, Ravenstone Road | 640 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swepstone Road Playing Field (Closed) Swepstone Road | grass pitches | 171 yd |
| Heather St Johns Fc (St Johns Park) RAVENSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 687 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.