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Burbage Sketchley and Stretton

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About

Burbage Sketchley and Stretton is a predominantly residential ward on the southern edge of Hinckley. The area is characterised by modern housing estates, local schools, and several small retail parks serving the community. Its layout is functional, with main roads providing connections to the larger town centre and the surrounding countryside.

A notable feature is the presence of the Ashby Canal, which runs along the western boundary, offering a linear green space for walking. The ward includes the older, distinct settlements of Sketchley and Stretton, which retain a more village-like character amidst the newer development. Sports facilities and playing fields are integrated throughout the residential areas.

Area overview

On average Burbage Sketchley and Stretton has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Burbage Sketchley and Stretton is £59,785 per year. There are 3 schools in Burbage Sketchley and Stretton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Burbage Sketchley and Stretton is home to around 10,459 people, with a population density of about 1,135.9 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
36
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Burbage Sketchley and Stretton Population
10,459
Population density
1,135.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
15.3(-56%)
Shoplifting
5.16(-41%)
Burglary
4.88(+47%)
Vehicle crime
4.4(+7%)
Public order
3.25(-53%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,551
91.31%
Indian
255
2.44%
Other White
235
2.25%
White and Asian (mixed)
69
0.66%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
64
0.61%
Total population: 10,460

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
3,148
36.5%
Level 3 (A level)
1,538
17.83%
No qualifications
1,281
14.85%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,152
13.36%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
740
8.58%
Total 16+ residents: 8,625

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,011
44.16%
Owns with a mortgage
1,801
39.55%
Private landlord or letting agency
437
9.6%
Other social rented
120
2.64%
Social rents from council
63
1.38%
Total households: 4,554

Property prices in Burbage Sketchley and Stretton

Based on 175 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Burbage Sketchley and Stretton area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £1,050,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Burbage Sketchley and Stretton 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 Burbage Sketchley and Stretton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced25£219,000
Semi-Detached58£265,000
Flats5£130,000
Detached87£433,000

10 years median price trend in Burbage Sketchley and Stretton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Burbage Sketchley and Stretton.

All postcodes in Burbage Sketchley and Stretton

LE102HN

Coventry Road

LE102QX

Swains Green

LE102ED

Burbage Sketchley and Stretton

LE102SD

Sunnyhill South

LE103JA

Watling Street

LE103BQ

Logix Road

LE102EG

Woodstock Close

LE102JR

Grange Drive

LE102HG

Brockhurst Avenue

LE102LH

Aldridge Road

LE102SF

Twycross Road

LE102SY

Squires Green

LE102UL

Lobelia Close

LE103BA

Logix Road

Data Sources

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