Mawby Close is in Whetstone, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE8 6XA 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 Mawby Close, Whetstone, Leicester, LE8 6XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE8 6EY, LE8 6ZL, LE8 6WD, LE8 6XU, LE8 6WA, LE8 6ZP, LE8 6WB, LE8 6ZN, LE8 6XT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE8 6XA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.5% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.5% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 36.1% | 40.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 49% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.5% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 61.1% | 57.8% | -3.3% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 30.7% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 5.6% | 9.1% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around LE8 6XA this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 9% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 11.4% | -8.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 18.4% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 7.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 24.1% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 26.5% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 96.3% | 94.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 97.2% | 96.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mawby Close was 51.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.9% lower than the Cosby & South Whetstone average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Mawby Close has the 21st highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Cosby & South Whetstone and the 117th highest crime rate of 288 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Mawby Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-12-19 | £244,192 |
| 29 Mawby Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2025-10-03 | £271,194 |
| 7 Mawby Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £383,000 | 2025-09-19 | £385,335 |
| 25 Mawby Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-06-20 | £262,866 |
| 33 Mawby Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-04-19 | £252,746 |
LE8 6XA 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countesthorpe Nursery School The Drive , Countesthorpe LE8 5PB | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigston Menphys Nursery School Launceston Road , LE18 2FR | 3out of 4 | 5,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badgerbrook Primary School Badger Drive , Whetstone LE8 6ZW | 2out of 4 | 237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Badgerbrook Primary School Badger Drive , Whetstone LE8 6ZW | - not rated | 237 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone Wale Road , Whetstone LE8 6NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone Wale Road , Whetstone LE8 6NJ | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School Queen's Road , Blaby LE8 4EG | - not rated | 1,345 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leysland High School Winchester Road , Countesthorpe LE8 5PR | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countesthorpe Leysland Community College Winchester Road , Countesthorpe LE8 5PR | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countesthorpe Community College Winchester Road , Countesthorpe LE8 5PR | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countesthorpe Community College Winchester Road , Countesthorpe LE8 5PR | - not rated | 1,427 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 | 3,422 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 4,913 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushloe High School Station Road , Wigston Magna LE18 2DT | - not rated | 4,913 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abington High School Station Road , LE18 2DU | - not rated | 4,927 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 | 4,968 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 | 4,826 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 | 4,826 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 | 1,527 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Blaby Community Home Hospital Lane , Blaby LE8 4FE | - not rated | 1,527 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxfields Academy Hospital Lane , LE8 4FE | 3out of 4 | 1,629 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moel Llys Short Stay School Forest Drive , Kirby Muxloe LE9 2EA | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke House Day School Croft Road , Cosby LE9 1SE | - not rated | 2,381 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Football & Fitness Academy Canteen | Holmes Park, Dog And Gun Lane | 505 yd | |
| The Lime Tree | 2 Cambridge Road, Whetstone | 717 yd | |
| The Waterbridge | 31 Brookside, Whetstone | 781 yd | |
| The Boyzee's Cafe | Palmer's Field, Warwick Road | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog And Gun (Wet Sales) | Dog & Gun, Lutterworth Road | 547 yd | |
| Okapi Kitchen And Blaby Golf Centre | Blaby Golf Range, Lutterworth Road | 898 yd | |
| Vipers Rugby Football Club | Blaby Bypass, Whetstone | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Dog And Gun Lane, Whetstone | 490 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Park DOG & GUN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 202 yd |
| Westleigh Park LUTTERWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 398 yd |
| Lutterworth Road LUTTERWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 416 yd |
| Blaby Golf Club LUTTERWORTH ROAD | golf | 464 yd |
| Blaby And Whetstone Youth Club CLUBHOUSE CLUBHOUSE WARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 925 yd |
| Warwick Road Recreation Ground CLUBHOUSE CLUBHOUSE WARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| The Fitness Bank (Closed) Southway | health and fitness suite | 957 yd |
| Whetstone Golf Club COSBY GOLF DRIVING RANGE COSBY GOLF DRIVING RANGE CAMBRIDGE ROAD | golf | 1,036 yd |
| Vipers Rfc BLABY BY PASS | grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 67.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.