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Birstall Central

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About

Birstall Central is a key commercial and retail hub in Charnwood, Leicestershire. The area is anchored by the Birstall Shopping Park, which features a mix of high-street brands, supermarkets, and eateries. Nearby, the Birstall Retail Park offers additional shopping options, making it a busy destination for both locals and visitors. The central location provides easy access to major roads like the A6 and A46, connecting it to Leicester and other nearby towns.

The area also includes community facilities such as Birstall Library and local schools, serving as a focal point for daily life. Green spaces like Watermead Country Park are within reach, offering recreational opportunities. Public transport links, including bus routes, enhance connectivity. Birstall Central balances convenience with practicality, catering to shopping, services, and commuting needs.

Area overview

On average Birstall Central has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birstall Central is £42,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Birstall Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Birstall Central Population
5,259
Population density
5,041.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,735
70.99%
Indian
1,066
20.26%
Other Asian
91
1.73%
Other White
85
1.62%
Other
60
1.14%
Total population: 5,261

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
886
42.27%
Owns with a mortgage
800
38.17%
Private landlord or letting agency
249
11.88%
Social rents from council
84
4.01%
Other forms of private rent
38
1.81%
Total households: 2,096

Property prices in Birstall Central

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £282,000 in Birstall Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £144,800 up to £610,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Birstall Central 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 Birstall Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£400,000
Flats3£155,000
Semi-Detached43£278,500

10 years median price trend in Birstall Central

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

All postcodes in Birstall Central

LE44GL

Wanlip Lane

LE44HA

Acacia Avenue

LE44HX

Paget Avenue

LE44LB

Birch Tree Avenue

LE44LH

Hill Rise

LE44LR

Rose Tree Avenue

LE43AE

Cliffe Road

LE43ED

Bentley Road

LE44DS

Firfield Avenue

LE44HJ

Hawthorn Avenue

LE43BE

Tempest Road

LE43AB

Copeland Road

LE43AX

Park Road

LE43BD

Tempest Road

LE44GG

Wanlip Lane

LE44HL

Hawthorn Avenue

LE43AW

Cliffe Road

LE44DW

Sibson Road

LE44JD

Stonehill Avenue

Data Sources

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