Charnwood Avenue is in Whetstone, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE8 6JD is located in the North Whetstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Charnwood Avenue, Whetstone, Leicester, LE8 6JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE8 6HX, LE8 6JX, LE8 6JY, LE8 6JB, LE8 6JJ, LE8 6JG, LE8 6JR, LE8 6PH, LE8 6EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE8 6JD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 50.9% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49.1% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 37.4% | 40.2% | 2.8% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 41.4% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 7.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 8.4% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.8% | 42.9% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 38.2% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 15.7% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.9% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 25.8% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 4.2% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13.8% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 19.2% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 25% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 92.5% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 96.4% | 94% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 93.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charnwood Avenue was 115.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.5% higher than the Cosby & South Whetstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Charnwood Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Cosby & South Whetstone and the 39th highest crime rate of 288 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-08-01 | £236,171 |
| 8 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2022-06-27 | £242,879 |
| 9 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2021-12-03 | £203,686 |
| 8 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2021-10-22 | £150,760 |
| 6 Charnwood Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2006-09-14 | £244,714 |
LE8 6JD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countesthorpe Nursery School The Drive , Countesthorpe LE8 5PB | - not rated | 2,885 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Menphys Nursery School Launceston Road , LE18 2FR | 3out of 4 | 5,052 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone Wale Road , Whetstone LE8 6NJ | 3out of 4 | 478 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone Wale Road , Whetstone LE8 6NJ | - not rated | 478 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School Queen's Road , Blaby LE8 4EG | - not rated | 818 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School Queens Road , Blaby LE8 4EG | - not rated | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glen Hills Primary School Featherby Drive , Glen Parva LE2 9NY | 3out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockington College Blaby Road , Enderby LE19 4AQ | - not rated | 2,232 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockington College Blaby Road , Enderby LE19 4AQ | 2out of 4 | 2,232 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countesthorpe Academy Winchester Road , LE8 5PR | - not rated | 2,737 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leysland High School Winchester Road , Countesthorpe LE8 5PR | - not rated | 2,737 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countesthorpe Leysland Community College Winchester Road , Countesthorpe LE8 5PR | - not rated | 2,737 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wigston High School St Thomas Road , LE18 4TA | - not rated | 3,067 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 4,682 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 4,682 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abington High School Station Road , LE18 2DU | - not rated | 4,746 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Leicestershire College South Wigston Campus , Blaby Road LE18 4PH | - not rated | 4,695 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A Church of England School Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | - not rated | 3,831 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, 50 Trenant Road , LE2 6UA | 3out of 4 | 3,831 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaby Centre Hospital Lane , LE8 4FE | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Blaby Community Home Hospital Lane , Blaby LE8 4FE | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxfields Academy Hospital Lane , LE8 4FE | 3out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moel Llys Short Stay School Forest Drive , Kirby Muxloe LE9 2EA | - not rated | 2,728 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke House Day School Croft Road , Cosby LE9 1SE | - not rated | 3,580 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whetstone Lunch Club | St Peters Church Hall, Church Lane | 385 yd | |
| Whetstone Cafe | Enderby Road Industrial Estate, Enderby Road | 418 yd | |
| The Rainbow Tree | 10 Swan Yard, High Street | 638 yd | |
| The Boyzee's Cafe | Palmer's Field, Warwick Road | 985 yd | |
| The Waterbridge | 31 Brookside, Whetstone | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bulls Head | 44 Victoria Road, Whetstone | 218 yd | |
| The Old Vicarage | 123 Enderby Road, Whetstone | 342 yd | |
| Vipers Rugby Football Club | Blaby Bypass, Whetstone | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whetstone Fish Bar | 63 Victoria Road, Whetstone | 166 yd | |
| Oriental Kitchen | 63 Victoria Road, Whetstone | 166 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whetstone United Reformed Church Hall HIGH STREET | 554 yd | |
| Vipers Rfc BLABY BY PASS | grass pitches | 802 yd |
| Blaby And Whetstone Youth Club CLUBHOUSE CLUBHOUSE WARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Warwick Road Recreation Ground CLUBHOUSE CLUBHOUSE WARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Blaby Fitness The Westfield House Hotel The Westfield House Hotel Enderby Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 991 yd |
| Blaby Victoria Tennis Club LEICESTER ROAD | tennis courts | 1,060 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 | 54 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 62.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 62.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.