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Aylestone South

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About

Aylestone South is a residential area located in the southwestern part of Leicester. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is bordered by the River Soar to the east, providing green spaces and walking paths along the waterway. Local amenities include shops, schools, and pubs, catering to everyday needs. The area has good transport links, with bus routes connecting it to Leicester city centre and nearby districts.

Aylestone Park is a notable feature, offering recreational space for residents. The area has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with a mix of families and long-term residents. Nearby, the Grand Union Canal adds to the green spaces, popular for walking and cycling. While predominantly residential, Aylestone South maintains easy access to Leicester’s broader amenities and employment hubs. The area balances suburban living with proximity to the city.

Area overview

On average Aylestone South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 109 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Aylestone South is £39,300 per year. There are 2 schools in Aylestone South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
109
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
13.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Aylestone South Population
8,344
Population density
2,524 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,136
73.52%
Indian
477
5.72%
Other White
463
5.55%
African
243
2.91%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
157
1.88%
Total population: 8,346

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,170
33.96%
Owns with a mortgage
1,127
32.71%
Private landlord or letting agency
510
14.8%
Social rents from council
363
10.54%
Other social rented
177
5.14%
Total households: 3,445

Property prices in Aylestone South

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Aylestone South area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,000 up to £460,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Aylestone South 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 Aylestone South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£325,000
Flats2£137,100
Semi-Detached45£260,000
Terraced30£213,500

10 years median price trend in Aylestone South

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.