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About

Broom Leys ward is situated in the north of Coalville, encompassing residential neighbourhoods and significant green spaces. The area includes the expansive Broom Leys Park, which provides sports facilities and woodland walks. Housing consists primarily of post-war and modern estates, offering a mix of property types for families and commuters. The ward is bordered by the A511, a major route providing connections to nearby towns and the M1 motorway.

The ward's landscape is characterised by its proximity to the historic Snibston Country Park, which was developed on the site of former collieries. This large parkland features a museum, lakes, and nature trails, reflecting the area's industrial heritage. Local amenities are focused along Ashby Road, serving the community's daily needs. The area maintains a distinct separation from the wider Coalville town centre, fostering a quieter, more residential atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Broom Leys has average deprivation and high crime levels, with around 176 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.8× the East Midlands average of 96 per 1,000. Approximately 15.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Broom Leys is £46,726 per year. Broom Leys is home to around 2,118 people, with a population density of about 1,623.6 per km².

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
176
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
15.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Broom Leys Population
2,118
Population density
1,623.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
87.35(+154%)
Anti-social behaviour
50.99(+202%)
Criminal damage and arson
23.61(+217%)
Public order
21.25(+207%)
Other theft
9.92(+74%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,015
95.09%
Other White
42
1.98%
White and Asian (mixed)
12
0.57%
Irish
11
0.52%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
9
0.42%
Total population: 2,119

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
434
23.13%
No qualifications
414
22.07%
Level 3 (A level)
358
19.08%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
250
13.33%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
183
9.75%
Total 16+ residents: 1,876

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
513
50%
Owns with a mortgage
275
26.8%
Social rents from council
167
16.28%
Private landlord or letting agency
42
4.09%
Other social rented
14
1.36%
Total households: 1,026

Property prices in Broom Leys

Median price£265,000
Price per sq ft£262
Sales (last 12 months)35
Typical range (middle 50%)£238K – £291K

Based on 35 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 (about £262 per square foot) in Broom Leys area, with individual transactions ranging from £185,000 up to £400,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Broom Leys over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached13£287,500£278
Semi-Detached22£250,000£260

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Broom Leys

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Broom Leys.
YearDetachedSemi-Detached
2016£179,950£196,000
2017£241,500£178,000
2018£201,250£174,000
2019£222,500£176,000
2020£252,500£186,250
2021£272,750£205,500
2022£315,000£235,000
2023£291,000£225,000
2024£271,500£230,000
2025£286,750£235,000
2026£302,000£252,500
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Broom Leys.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Broom Leys.
YearDetachedSemi-Detached
2016£232£153
2017£213£179
2018£208£189
2019£242£206
2020£236£211
2021£270£231
2022£319£239
2023£289£253
2024£257£272
2025£261£250
2026£344£274
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Broom Leys.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Broom Leys in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Broom Leys

Is Broom Leys safe?

Broom Leys records about 176 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a high crime rate for England: it scores 7 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Broom Leys?

The median sale price in Broom Leys is £265,000 (about £262 per square foot) based on 35 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Broom Leys?

Broom Leys scores 5 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Broom Leys sits around rank 18,945 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Broom Leys?

The average household income in Broom Leys is around £46,726 per year, and 15% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Broom Leys?

Broom Leys is represented by 1 elected councillor: Lee Windram (Liberal Democrats).

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.