School Lane is in Peatling Magna, Leicester and in Harborough district. LE8 5US is located in the Dunton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about School Lane, Peatling Magna, Leicester, LE8 5US and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE8 5US has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 46.2% | 49.4% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 53.8% | 50.6% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 LE8 5US there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% 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 | 29.6% | 23.4% | -6.2% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 56.9% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 11% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 7.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.4%) 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 | 47.1% | 53.3% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 35.1% | -8.2% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 9.5% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.6% | 13.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 10.5% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 11.9% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 21% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 32.9% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 96.7% | 97.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Lane was 37.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.2% lower than the Bosworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
School Lane has the 33rd highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Bosworth and the 164th highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Harborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peatling End School Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £1,055,000 | 2024-10-14 | £1,079,289 |
| Church View School Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-06-10 | £637,422 |
| Peatling End School Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £925,000 | 2021-11-19 | £1,019,795 |
| Peatling End School Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2014-09-19 | £905,375 |
| Ashgates Lodge School Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2012-01-23 | £848,625 |
LE8 5US area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 27% 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.
LE8 5US area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 LE8 5US area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnesby Church of England Primary School Mill Hill Road , Arnesby LE8 5WG | 3out of 4 | 2,441 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary School Gwendoline Drive , Countesthorpe LE8 5SG | 3out of 4 | 3,383 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilby St Mary's Church of England Primary School Main Street , Kilby LE18 3TD | 3out of 4 | 4,137 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thythorn Field Community Primary School Bideford Close , LE18 2QU | 3out of 4 | 5,289 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Badgerbrook Primary School Badger Drive , Whetstone LE8 6ZW | 4out of 4 | 5,343 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countesthorpe Academy Winchester Road , LE8 5PR | - not rated | 4,114 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxfields Academy Hospital Lane , LE8 4FE | - not rated | 5,130 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 92.9% |
| 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 | 33.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.