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LE8 6NF
Mill Hill Close, Whetstone, Leicester, Blaby, Leicestershire
BlabyBlaby District
LE8 6NF is a thriving suburban neighbourhood, Favoured by older residents with mainly smaller homes and flats, providing easy access to major roads and rail links, and is where crime levels are minimal. This postcode is with a variety of major supermarkets and stores, with restricted healthcare availability, and where job security is less certain. With outstanding shopping facilities, it's a retail hotspot.
Whetstone, Leicester, Blaby, Leicestershire
Key Stats
Households
129
Male: 19, Female: 23
Household Income
£46,400
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Postcode Sector
Leicester
Population
People
Population Density
People/km2
Average Income
Per household
Affordability
8 / 10
Crime & Safety
7 / 10
Amenities
9 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about LE8 6NF?
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Where is LE8 6NF?
Approximate address:
Mill Hill Close, Whetstone, Leicester, Blaby, Leicestershire
The postcode LE8 6NF is located in the Blaby area, part of the Blaby District district, and classed as a Urban: City and Town area.
LE8 6NF is a neighbourhood in part of a smaller city or town, with a mix of residential and business/industrial zones.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (E01025647) and OA (E00130143) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.
Location
Blaby
Coordinates
52.572516, -1.174684
Easting/Northing
456031, 0297508
Grid Ref
SP560975
Parliamentary Constituency
South Leicestershire
Local Authority
Blaby
Population Density
4,163 km²
Coordinates
52.572516, -1.174684
Easting/Northing
456031, 0297508
Grid Ref
SP560975
Parliamentary Constituency
South Leicestershire
Local Authority
Blaby
Population Density
4,163 km²
Area Codes
Output area: E00130143
OA Code
E00130143
LSOA Code
E01025647
MSOA Code
E02005341
Ward
E05005420
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000021
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
OA Code
E00130143
LSOA Code
E01025647
MSOA Code
E02005341
Ward
E05005420
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000021
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
Demographics
Who lives in the LE8 6NF neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
An AB Social Grade score of 4/10 indicates a balanced community, with a growing presence of residents in higher managerial or professional occupations.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
With an Education Score of 2/10, LE8 6NF has a limited number of residents with higher qualifications, suggesting lower levels of educational attainment.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
With a Credit Status Score of 9/10, this area boasts excellent credit ratings, indicative of a prosperous community with strong financial health and economic stability.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the LE8 6NF neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
Scoring 8/10 in Housing Affordability, this postcode offers very favourable conditions for buyers, where the cost of housing is comfortably matched by average household incomes.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Renters in LE8 6NF benefit from strong affordability, with housing costs comfortably matched to local incomes, easing the financial burden on households.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Property yields in LE8 6NF are modest, with returns that might only appeal to investors willing to accept lower profitability for long-term gains.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the LE8 6NF postcode?
Transport Score
LE8 6NF offers excellent transport links, with multiple bus stops, train stations nearby, and ample parking, making it convenient for regular travellers.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Most residents in LE8 6NF enjoy reasonable commuting distances, with access to nearby work hubs and shorter travel times for many.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
Car ownership is limited here, with many households having little to no access to personal vehicles, possibly due to good local transport links or urban living.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the LE8 6NF postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
The neighbourhood shows limited educational achievement, with a significant portion of residents having basic qualifications at best.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Families in the LE8 6NF area enjoy excellent access to childcare, with numerous services within close proximity, making it easy to secure care for young children.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
The LE8 6NF area provides a decent range of further education options, including local colleges and sixth forms, offering an average level of access for residents.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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