Jack Hardy Close is in Syston, Leicester and in Charnwood district. LE7 2DW is located in the Wreake Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 2006-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jack Hardy Close, Syston, Leicester, LE7 2DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE7 2EP, LE7 2FP, LE7 2ED, LE7 2EW, LE7 2EB, LE7 2EZ, LE7 2FN, LE7 2EY, LE7 1LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE7 2DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 35.9% | 36.7% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 41.3% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 12.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 6.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 43.5% | 50.1% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 40% | 35.7% | -4.3% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 14% | 8.9% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 19.2% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.1% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.7% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 10.5% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 17.8% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 22.6% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 8.7% | 8.7% | 3.1% | 5.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 86.3% | -11.8% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 95.6% | 92.2% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 92.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 36.1% | 46.2% | -10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 5% | 1.7% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jack Hardy Close was 75.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.6% higher than the Syston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Jack Hardy Close has the 16th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Syston and the 193rd highest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jack Hardy Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-01-31 | £170,911 |
| 9 Jack Hardy Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2022-11-04 | £155,674 |
| 16 Jack Hardy Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2022-08-28 | £167,150 |
| 2 Jack Hardy Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-07-30 | £136,832 |
| 19 Jack Hardy Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2020-11-19 | £147,681 |
LE7 2DW 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 528 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Merton Primary School Cherry Drive , Syston LE7 2PT | 3out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queniborough Church of England Primary School Coppice Lane , Queniborough LE7 3DR | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfield Community Primary School Ploughmans Lea , East Goscote LE7 3ZQ | 3out of 4 | 1,811 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Ellis Catholic Primary School, Thurmaston Barkby Thorpe Lane , Thurmaston LE4 8GP | 3out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 272 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Roundhill Academy 997 Melton Road , Thurmaston LE4 8GQ | 3out of 4 | 2,537 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Wanlip Lane , Birstall LE4 4GH | 3out of 4 | 4,400 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ratcliffe College Fosse Way , Ratcliffe on the Wreake LE7 4SG | - not rated | 3,371 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ALP Leicester Stonehill Avenue , Birstall LE4 4JG | - not rated | 4,403 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mangal Turkish Restaurant | 1261 Melton Road | 457 yd | |
| Caffe Pausa @ Watermead | 3 Pontylue Way | 639 yd | |
| The Bay Tree | 6-7 Town Square | 665 yd | |
| Matt's Burger Club | 36 High Street | 694 yd | |
| Subway | 1284a Melton Road | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syston Northfields Lawn Tennis Club | Northfields | 403 yd | |
| The Pharmacie Arms Ltd | 3 High Street | 641 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds | 2 High Street | 694 yd | |
| Syston & District Social Club | 36 High Street | 694 yd | |
| Dog & Gun | 28 Chapel Street | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Snooker Club | 1269 Melton Road | 457 yd | |
| The Bakery Shop | 10 Town Square | 665 yd | |
| Marine | 1308-1310 Melton Road | 736 yd | |
| Todays Catch | 1276 Melton Road | 736 yd | |
| China China Takeaway | 16 The Green | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syston Supermarket | 40 Barkby Road | 693 yd | |
| Aldi | 1169 Melton Road | 780 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Charnwood Leisure Centre PARKSTONE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 264 yd |
| Syston Northfields Tennis Club NORTHFIELD TENNIS CLUB NORTHFIELD TENNIS CLUB NORTHFIELDS | tennis courts | 326 yd |
| Wreake Valley Academy PARKSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 372 yd |
| St Peter And St Paul Ce Academy UPPER CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Syston & District Social Club HIGH STREET | 745 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 | 72.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.