Forest Rise is in Thurnby, Leicester and in Harborough district. LE7 9PF is located in the Thurnby & Houghton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rutland and Melton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forest Rise, Thurnby, Leicester, LE7 9PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE7 9PG, LE7 9PD, LE7 9PB, LE7 9RA, LE7 9QZ, LE7 9RT, LE7 9RF, LE7 9RS, LE7 9RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LE7 9PF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 55.9% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 46.4% | 44.1% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
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 9PF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 27.3% | 30.6% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 53.7% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 9.3% | 1.6% | 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 (86%) 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 | 54.3% | 60.5% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 12.1% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 25.5% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 11.4% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 18.7% | 13.2% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9.9% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 13.7% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 20.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 32.1% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 7.2% | 16.3% | 9.1% | 3.1% | 13.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.2% | 73.5% | -12.7% | 81.4% | -7.9% |
| Other | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 89.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 89.7% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 89.7% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.5% | 9.5% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Hindu | 10.3% | 1.7% | 8.6% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 0.8% | 6.0% | -5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forest Rise was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.4% lower than the Thurnby & Houghton average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Forest Rise has the 5th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Thurnby & Houghton and the 134th lowest crime rate of 330 local areas in Harborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Forest Rise, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-08-29 | £310,470 |
| 24 Forest Rise, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-09-30 | £435,242 |
| 30 Forest Rise, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-08-19 | £449,024 |
| 38 Forest Rise, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-11-09 | £275,084 |
| 10 Forest Rise, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2022-08-18 | £297,569 |
LE7 9PF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
LE7 9PF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fernvale Primary School Somerby Road , Thurnby LE7 9PR | 3out of 4 | 471 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurnby, St Luke's Church of England Primary School Main Street , Thurnby LE7 9PN | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy Roborough Green , Thurnby Lodge LE5 2NA | 4out of 4 | 548 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurnby Mead Primary Academy Dudley Avenue , LE5 2EG | 3out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scraptoft Valley Primary School New Romney Crescent , Netherhall Estate LE5 1NG | 3out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The City of Leicester College Downing Drive , Evington LE5 6LN | 2out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spencefield Lane , LE5 6HN | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Judgemeadow Community College Marydene Drive , Evington LE5 6HP | 1out of 4 | 2,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Mead Academy Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 1out of 4 | 2,320 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown Hills Community College Gwendolen Road , LE5 5FT | 3out of 4 | 3,343 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Sixth Form College Colin Grundy Drive , LE5 1GA | - not rated | 3,003 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester City Primary PRU Gervas Road , LE5 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Whitehall Road , Evington LE5 6GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,012 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Hall School Keyham Lane West , LE5 1RT | 3out of 4 | 2,308 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Lodge School Keyham Lane , LE5 1FG | - not rated | 2,507 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Field Academy Broad Avenue , LE5 4PY | 4out of 4 | 3,068 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Barbers & Coffee Shop | 8 Cranbrook Road, Thurnby | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose And Crown | Rose And Crown Public House, Main Street | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coop | 22 Station Road, Thurnby | 294 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Luke'S Church Of England Primary School MAIN STREET | grass pitches | 451 yd |
| Manor Field BRADGATE CLOSE | grass pitches | 464 yd |
| Fernvale Primary School SOMERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Willowbrook Primary Academy ROBOROUGH GREEN | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Wadkin Sports Ground Wadkins Way | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Willowbrook Playing Fields FORWARD HOUSE FORWARD HOUSE THURNCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Thurnby Rangers THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND THURNBY RANGERS SPORTS GROUND DAKYN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,091 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.