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Birstall Wanlip & Riverside

About

Birstall, Wanlip & Riverside is a suburban area in Charnwood, Leicestershire, located near the River Soar. The area includes residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities. Birstall has a mix of housing, from older properties to modern developments, while Wanlip is a smaller village with a more rural feel. The Riverside area offers walking paths along the river, connecting to Watermead Country Park.

Local facilities include shops, schools, and leisure centers, catering to daily needs. The area is well-connected by road, with the A6 and M1 nearby, providing easy access to Leicester and Loughborough. Wanlip is known for its water treatment works and nature reserves, attracting wildlife enthusiasts. The blend of urban and semi-rural landscapes makes it a practical location for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Birstall Wanlip & Riverside has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birstall Wanlip & Riverside is £45,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Birstall Wanlip & Riverside: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Birstall Wanlip & Riverside Population

9,058

Population density

1,478 per km²

Demographics

British

5,452

60.18%

Indian

2,495

27.54%

Other White

242

2.67%

Other Asian

144

1.59%

African

136

1.5%

Total population: 9,060

Housing

Owns outright

1,546

43.5%

Owns with a mortgage

1,361

38.29%

Private landlord or letting agency

388

10.92%

Other social rented

112

3.15%

Social rents from council

2.05%

Total households: 3,554

Property prices in Birstall Wanlip & Riverside

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Birstall Wanlip & Riverside area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £949,995.

Price distribution per property type (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 Wanlip & Riverside over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	44	£365,000	£262,450	£307,750	£440,000	£596,249
Flats	5	£149,000	£105,000	£125,000	£150,000	£164,400
Semi-Detached	59	£285,000	£207,750	£242,500	£340,000	£385,300
Terraced	12	£282,500	£169,450	£235,750	£295,125	£338,050

10 years median price trend in Birstall Wanlip & Riverside

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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