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About

Anstey is a village located within the borough of Charnwood in Leicestershire, positioned north of Leicester city. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from older terraced homes to newer developments. Its centre includes a range of local shops, supermarkets, and services along Leicester Road and Bradgate Road, catering to daily needs. The presence of Anstey Lane provides a direct route towards the city, supporting its commuter function.

The landscape is shaped by its proximity to the ancient Charnwood Forest, with local greenspaces like the Anstey Conservation Area offering wooded walks. The village is noted for its historical stone quarries, which supplied materials for many local buildings. Community facilities include several schools, sports clubs, and public houses. Public transport connections, including regular bus services, link the area to Leicester and surrounding towns, reinforcing its role as a settlement within the wider borough.

Area overview

On average Anstey has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Anstey is £54,201 per year. There are 4 schools in Anstey: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Anstey is home to around 7,697 people, with a population density of about 1,548.0 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
11.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Anstey Population
7,697
Population density
1,548 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
22.35(-35%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.69(-31%)
Public order
6.11(-12%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.59(-25%)
Burglary
4.55(+37%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,765
87.88%
Indian
266
3.46%
Other White
166
2.16%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
102
1.33%
White and Asian (mixed)
71
0.92%
Total population: 7,698

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,916
30.59%
No qualifications
1,171
18.69%
Level 3 (A level)
1,124
17.94%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
882
14.08%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
586
9.36%
Total 16+ residents: 6,264

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,258
37.69%
Owns with a mortgage
1,222
36.61%
Private landlord or letting agency
350
10.49%
Social rents from council
244
7.31%
Other social rented
158
4.73%
Total households: 3,338

Property prices in Anstey

Based on 137 recent sales, the median property price is £267,500 in Anstey area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £648,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Anstey in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Anstey over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached46£268,750
Terraced35£205,000
Detached46£402,500
Flats10£109,250

10 years median price trend in Anstey

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Anstey.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.