Hensons Lane is in Thringstone, Coalville and in North West Leicestershire district. LE67 8LJ is located in the Thringstone 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 Hensons Lane, Thringstone, Coalville, LE67 8LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE67 8LH, LE67 8AL, LE67 8NB, LE67 8LD, LE67 8AE, LE67 8AA, LE67 8NE, LE67 8LL, LE67 8AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE67 8LJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 49.8% | 48.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32% | 40.8% | 8.8% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 35.5% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 7.8% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 5.6% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 6.7% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 41.6% | 47.4% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 31% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 13.6% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 6.6% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.4% | 26.9% | -15.5% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 11.3% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 14.5% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.7% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 19.8% | 11.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 18.4% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 94.4% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 98.6% | 95.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 95.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hensons Lane was 81.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 181.8% higher than the Thornborough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hensons Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Thornborough and the 99th highest crime rate of 322 local areas in North West Leicestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 137.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Hensons Lane, Coalville, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-08-18 | £233,873 |
| 11 Hensons Lane, Coalville, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-06-09 | £242,008 |
| 37 Hensons Lane, Coalville, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-02-03 | £139,674 |
| 65 Hensons Lane, Coalville, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-09-06 | £579,241 |
| 3 Hensons Lane, Coalville, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-05-25 | £199,615 |
LE67 8LJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thringstone Primary School Hensons Lane , Thringstone LE67 8LJ | 3out of 4 | 109 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Griffydam Primary School Top Road , Griffydam LE67 8HU | 3out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitwick St John The Baptist Church of England Primary School Parsonwood Hill , Whitwick LE67 5AT | 3out of 4 | 1,719 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross School A Catholic Voluntary Academy Parsonwood Hill , Whitwick LE67 5AT | 3out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Swannington Primary School Church Lane , Whitwick LE67 5DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Studio School Thornborough Road , LE67 3TN | 2out of 4 | 2,867 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Rock School Meadow Lane , LE67 4BR | 3out of 4 | 4,789 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Newbridge School Forest Road , LE67 3SJ | 3out of 4 | 4,884 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The SMB Group C/O Stephenson Campus, Thornborough Road , LE67 3TN | - not rated | 2,937 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Way School Warren Hills Road , LE67 4UU | 4out of 4 | 4,775 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bulls Head | Bulls Head, Loughborough Road | 289 yd | |
| Charles Booth Centre | 13 The Green, Thringstone | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Football Club | Thringstone Miners Welfare Football Club, Homestead Road | 241 yd | |
| Thringstone Members Club | Rangers Football Club Supporters Club, Loughborough Road | 340 yd | |
| Gracedieu Cricket Club | Loughborough Road, Thringstone | 424 yd | |
| The George & Dragon | The George And Dragon Inn, Ashby Road | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby's Fish Bar | Rubys Fish Bar, 26 The Green | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | The Green, Thringstone | 798 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thringstone Primary School HENSONS LANE | grass pitches | 88 yd |
| Thringstone Miners Welfare Football Club Homestead Road | grass pitches | 164 yd |
| Melrose Road Recreation Ground MELROSE ROAD | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Charles Booth Centre THE GREEN | 824 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 | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| 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 | 182.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.