Church Lane is in Thrussington, Leicester and in Charnwood district. LE7 4TE is located in the Wreake Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Lane, Thrussington, Leicester, LE7 4TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE7 4TD, LE7 4TP, LE7 4UD, LE7 4TH, LE7 4TS, LE7 4UA, LE7 4UF, LE7 4UB, LE7 4UH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE7 4TE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.9% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50% | 48.1% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 LE7 4TE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 17.4% | 21.8% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70% | 59.7% | -10.3% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 8.3% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 9.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 52.1% | 54.4% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 37% | 31.2% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 11.4% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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.
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 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 11.1% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 7.8% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 11.1% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 4.6% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 16.1% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 46.1% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 94.7% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.9% | 97.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 54.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.3% lower than the Sileby & Seagrave average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Lane has the 18th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Sileby & Seagrave and the 265th highest crime rate of 553 local areas in Charnwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Church Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-08-23 | £329,106 |
| 12 Church Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2021-06-14 | £524,539 |
| 25 Church Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-02-26 | £767,974 |
| 12 Church Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-07-23 | £404,105 |
| The Old Stables, 20 Church Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2020-07-16 | £652,491 |
LE7 4TE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LE7 4TE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrussington Church of England Primary School Hoby Road , Thrussington LE7 4TH | 4out of 4 | 159 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael & All Angels Church of England Primary School Brookside , Rearsby LE7 4YB | 4out of 4 | 1,558 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfield Community Primary School Ploughmans Lea , East Goscote LE7 3ZQ | 3out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queniborough Church of England Primary School Coppice Lane , Queniborough LE7 3DR | 3out of 4 | 3,829 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seagrave Village Primary School Green Lane , Seagrave LE12 7LU | 3out of 4 | 3,944 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 | 4,416 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 | 2,745 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Inn 1744 | 37 The Green | 244 yd | |
| Thrussingtons | 39 The Green | 244 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Lion | 5 Rearsby Road | 113 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.