Fritchley Close is in Huncote, Leicester and in Blaby district. LE9 3AR is located in the Fosse Normanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Leicestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fritchley Close, Huncote, Leicester, LE9 3AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LE9 3BQ, LE9 3BB, LE9 3BD, LE9 3AW, LE9 3BF, LE9 3AJ, LE9 3BR, LE9 3BT, LE9 3AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LE9 3AR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 50.2% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.8% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 21.6% | 33% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 49.8% | -8.6% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.3% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 7.6% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 44.7% | 52.4% | 7.7% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.5% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 12.2% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 25.7% | 15.3% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8.7% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 14.2% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.4% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 21.5% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 30% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 94.5% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 98.1% | 95.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fritchley Close was 34.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.4% lower than the Cosby & South Whetstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fritchley Close has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Cosby & South Whetstone and the 108th lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in Blaby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Fritchley Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-10-16 | £337,707 |
| 14 Fritchley Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-06-24 | £315,576 |
| 7 Fritchley Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-01-29 | £317,012 |
| 3 Fritchley Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2018-11-30 | £261,770 |
| 7 Fritchley Close, Leicester, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2017-11-17 | £320,879 |
LE9 3AR 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 | 171 |
| Retired | 107 |
| Part-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huncote Primary School Denman Lane , Huncote LE9 3BS | 2out of 4 | 263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Hill Field Primary School Copt Oak Road , Narborough LE19 3EF | 3out of 4 | 1,386 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pastures Primary School Thornhills , Narborough LE19 3YP | 4out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greystoke Primary School Thornton Drive , Narborough LE19 2GX | 3out of 4 | 2,358 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Church of England Primary School Brookes Avenue , Croft LE9 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,406 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockington College Blaby Road , Enderby LE19 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,884 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Estley Community College Station Road , Broughton Astley LE9 6PT | 3out of 4 | 5,208 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge Farm Education Lodge Farm , Sutton In the Elms LE9 6RB | - not rated | 3,370 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke House Day School Croft Road , Cosby LE9 1SE | - not rated | 3,873 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tinglebug Farm Garden Centre | Tinglebug Farm, Narborough Road | 383 yd | |
| Copt Oak | Hardwicke Road, Narborough | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | Main Street, Huncote | 488 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abduls Indian Cuisine | 4 Main Street, Huncote | 449 yd | |
| Huncote Fish Bar | 6 Main Street, Huncote | 454 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Huncote Primary School DENMAN LANE | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| King George'S Field, Huncote CRITCHLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| The Pavilion Leisure Centre SPORTSFIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch, cycling, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 767 yd |
| Sportsfield Lane Playing Fields (Closed) Sportsfield Lane | grass pitches | 884 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 | 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 326.54 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 326.54 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.45 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.