High Street is in Fleckney, Leicester and in Harborough district. LE8 8DN is located in the Fleckney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harborough. This postcode has been in use since 2005-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Fleckney, Leicester, LE8 8DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE8 8DU, LE8 8DW, LE8 8DA, LE8 8AJ, LE8 8BR, LE8 8AT, LE8 8AY, LE8 8AU, LE8 8DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LE8 8DN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 50% | 48.3% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 50% | 51.7% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 24.6% | 36% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 39.7% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 12.3% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 9.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 44.8% | 52% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 33.8% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 10.9% | -6.2% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.9% | 22.9% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.4% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 28.1% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -5.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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 | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.8% | 91.9% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 94.1% | 95.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 95.3% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.5% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 86.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 118.5% higher than the Bosworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Bosworth and the 56th highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Harborough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Cedars Courtyard High Street, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £624,350 | 2023-10-12 | £657,143 |
| 4 Cedars Courtyard High Street, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2019-10-25 | £589,389 |
| 2 Cedars Courtyard High Street, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2010-07-29 | £553,729 |
| 1 Cedars Courtyard High Street, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2009-07-08 | £292,045 |
| Beechwood Cedars Courtyard High Street, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2008-05-28 | £359,464 |
LE8 8DN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 8DN 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fleckney Church of England Primary School Batchelor Road , Fleckney LE8 8BE | 4out of 4 | 343 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilby St Mary's Church of England Primary School Main Street , Kilby LE18 3TD | 3out of 4 | 3,551 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kibworth Church of England Primary School Hillcrest Avenue , Kibworth LE8 0NH | 4out of 4 | 3,566 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnesby Church of England Primary School Mill Hill Road , Arnesby LE8 5WG | 3out of 4 | 3,815 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Glen St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School The Chase , Great Glen LE8 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 5,245 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kibworth Mead Academy Smeeton Road , Kibworth LE8 0LG | 2out of 4 | 3,651 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lady Byron School The Cedars, 11 High Street , Fleckney LE8 8AJ | - not rated | 183 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoneygate School 6 London Road , Great Glen LE8 9DJ | - not rated | 3,840 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leicester Grammar School Trust London Road , Great Glen LE8 9FL | - not rated | 4,742 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Gardens Lunch Club | Brookside Gardens, School Street | 225 yd | |
| Crown Of India | 6 Leicester Road, Fleckney | 272 yd | |
| The Golden Shield | 46 Main Street, Fleckney | 391 yd | |
| Coba International Ltd | Coba Plastics Ltd, Marlborough Drive | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Crown | 7 High Street, Fleckney | 112 yd | |
| Hart Of Fleckney Bowls Club | Hart Of Fleckney Bowls Club, Leicester Road | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital House | 6B High Street, Fleckney | 119 yd | |
| Fleckney Fish Bar | 24 High Street, Fleckney | 119 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | Co-op Store, 26-30 High Street | 119 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fleckney Ce Primary School BATCHELOR ROAD | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Fleckney Sports And Leisure Centre LEICESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Lodge Road Recreation Ground Lodge Road | grass pitches | 979 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.