Station Road is in Kirby Muxloe, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE9 2EL is located in the Kirby Muxloe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Charnwood. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Kirby Muxloe, Leicester, LE9 2EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE9 2EJ, LE9 2DJ, LE9 2AA, LE9 2DF, LE9 2AD, LE9 2DN, LE9 2AB, LE9 2EQ, LE9 2AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE9 2EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.9% | 51.7% | -5.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 43.1% | 48.3% | 5.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 LE9 2EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 31.4% | 27% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 55.4% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 8.6% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 (87.8%) 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 | 53.6% | 55.3% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 32.5% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 8.5% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 1.4% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.9% | 15.9% | -11.0% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 6.4% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 13.3% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 13.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 45.9% | 14.5% | 33.8% | 12.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 5.8% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.1% | 92.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 95.1% | 96.9% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 96.6% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 16.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.5% lower than the Fosse Normanton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Fosse Normanton and the 36th lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Station Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2024-08-19 | £442,425 |
| 35 Station Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-07-07 | £476,462 |
| 75 Station Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2023-05-11 | £568,168 |
| 5 Station Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £517,500 | 2022-02-25 | £554,147 |
| 39 Station Road, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-07-17 | £364,677 |
LE9 2EL 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirby Muxloe Primary School Barwell Road , Kirby Muxloe LE9 2AA | 3out of 4 | 283 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Leys Community Primary School Stafford Leys , Leicester Forest East LE3 3LJ | 1out of 4 | 1,807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ratby Primary School Main Street , Ratby LE6 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Lubbesthorpe Primary School Tay Road , LE19 4BF | - not rated | 2,510 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fossebrook Primary School Holmfield Avenue West , Leicester Forest East LE3 3FF | 3out of 4 | 2,631 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookvale Groby Learning Campus Ratby Road , Groby LE6 0FP | 4out of 4 | 3,076 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bosworth Academy Leicester Lane , Desford LE9 9JL | 4out of 4 | 3,753 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winstanley School Kingsway North , LE3 3BD | 2out of 4 | 4,114 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Leicester Greencoat Road , LE3 6DN | 3out of 4 | 4,417 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Christian School The Grounds of Braunstone , Evangelical Free Church LE3 1QP | - not rated | 3,991 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate School Glenfield Road , LE3 6DG | 1out of 4 | 4,919 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MP Catering At Kirby Muxloe Golf Club | Kirby Muxloe Golf Club, Station Road | 412 yd | |
| The Foxes Den | 2 Enterprise House, Main Street | 424 yd | |
| Blue Potts Cafe | Library Community Centre, Station Road | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirby Muxloe Golf Club (Wet Sales) | Kirby Muxloe Golf Club, Station Road | 412 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak, 35 Main Street | 441 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel & Restaurant | Main Street, Kirby Muxloe | 831 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kirby Muxloe Primary School BARWELL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 231 yd |
| Kirby Muxloe Recreation Ground STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 252 yd |
| Kirby Muxloe Free Church MAIN STREET | 258 yd | |
| Kirby Muxloe Golf Club STATION ROAD | golf | 448 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 | 31.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 31.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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 | 74.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.