Harrisons Row is in Syston, Leicester and in Charnwood district. LE7 1GW is located in the Syston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harrisons Row, Syston, Leicester, LE7 1GW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE7 1BT, LE7 2JT, LE7 1GG, LE7 1HN, LE7 1GN, LE7 2HB, LE7 2AB, LE7 1GP, LE7 1FZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE7 1GW is primarily male, with 54.5% of the population 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 | 46.9% | 45.5% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -5.5% |
| Male | 53.1% | 54.5% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 5.5% |
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 | 39% | 41.3% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.9% | 21.2% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -23.0% |
| Separated | 6.6% | 8.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 6.0% |
| Divorced | 19.2% | 21.2% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 12.1% |
| Widowed | 14.3% | 8.2% | -6.1% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 28.6% | 31.8% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -16.6% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 36.8% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 26% | 22.9% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 10.2% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 LE7 1GW this area, 29.7% 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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.6% | 29.7% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 14.8% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 15.9% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 10.4% | -2.8% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 21.4% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 6% | 2.9% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 93.9% | 88% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 94.9% | 90.5% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 90.5% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.5% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.9% | 13.5% | 13.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrisons Row was 173.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 151.5% higher than the Syston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harrisons Row has the 4th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Syston and the 66th highest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Harrisons Row, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2021-11-02 | £224,087 |
| 5 Harrisons Row, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-04-24 | £230,822 |
| 3 Harrisons Row, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-04-01 | £237,817 |
| 2 Harrisons Row, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-09-29 | £218,008 |
| 3 Harrisons Row, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2016-08-08 | £206,106 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul Church of England Academy Upper Church Street , Syston LE7 1HR | 3out of 4 | 474 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Merton Primary School Cherry Drive , Syston LE7 2PT | 3out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Ellis Catholic Primary School, Thurmaston Barkby Thorpe Lane , Thurmaston LE4 8GP | 3out of 4 | 2,016 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Primary School Eastfield Road , Thurmaston LE4 8FP | 4out of 4 | 2,319 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queniborough Church of England Primary School Coppice Lane , Queniborough LE7 3DR | 3out of 4 | 2,351 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wreake Valley Academy Parkstone Road , Syston LE7 1LY | 2out of 4 | 893 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Roundhill Academy 997 Melton Road , Thurmaston LE4 8GQ | 3out of 4 | 1,770 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4GH | 3out of 4 | 3,621 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushey Mead Academy Melton Road , LE4 7AN | 4out of 4 | 5,087 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soar Valley College Gleneagles Avenue , LE4 7GY | 4out of 4 | 5,192 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALP Leicester Stonehill Avenue , Birstall LE4 4JG | - not rated | 3,624 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratcliffe College Fosse Way , Ratcliffe on the Wreake LE7 4SG | - not rated | 3,749 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 1284a Melton Road | 51 yd | |
| Oxfam Shop | 1231 Melton Road | 72 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 1249 Melton Road | 72 yd | |
| Taraj Palace | 1183 Melton Road | 72 yd | |
| Bistro Oggi | 1257 Melton Road | 72 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syston Working Mens Club | 10 Brookside | 76 yd | |
| The Pharmacie Arms Ltd | 3 High Street | 155 yd | |
| Dog & Gun | 28 Chapel Street | 157 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds | 2 High Street | 174 yd | |
| Syston & District Social Club | 36 High Street | 174 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marine | 1308-1310 Melton Road | 51 yd | |
| Todays Catch | 1276 Melton Road | 51 yd | |
| Syston Sizzler | 1245 Melton Road | 72 yd | |
| The Bakery Shop | 10 Town Square | 139 yd | |
| Flames | 1260 Melton Road | 168 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 1169 Melton Road | 72 yd | |
| Syston Supermarket | 40 Barkby Road | 264 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Syston & District Social Club HIGH STREET | 229 yd | |
| St Peter And St Paul Ce Academy UPPER CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 488 yd |
| Memorial Ground NECTON STREET | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Syston Northfields Tennis Club NORTHFIELD TENNIS CLUB NORTHFIELD TENNIS CLUB NORTHFIELDS | tennis courts | 510 yd |
| Wreake Valley Academy PARKSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 841 yd |
| South Charnwood Leisure Centre PARKSTONE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 846 yd |
| The Merton Primary School CHERRY DRIVE | grass pitches | 961 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 | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.