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Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

About

The Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe area comprises three distinct villages within the Blaby district. Cosby is the largest, featuring a traditional village centre with a mix of local shops and services. Croft is situated to the northeast, characterised by residential development and its proximity to the A426. Elmesthorpe is a smaller settlement to the south, retaining a more rural feel with open fields bordering the community.

The area is defined by its green spaces, including Cosby's large village playing fields and the nearby Bouskell Park. Local geography is shaped by the small River Sence, which flows near Elmesthorpe. The historic St. Michael's Church in Elmesthorpe, with elements dating to the 13th century, stands as a focal point. The villages maintain separate identities while functioning as a collective residential area with good road links to Leicester.

Area overview

On average Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe is £54,439 per year. There are 4 schools in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe is home to around 7,429 people, with a population density of about 344.4 per km2.

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe Population

7,429

Population density

344.4 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

16.29(-52%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.21(-50%)

Criminal damage and arson

3.5(-53%)

Other theft

2.83(-51%)

Public order

2.56(-63%)

East Midlands average

Demographics

British

6,950

93.56%

Other White

1.29%

Indian

1.09%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.71%

Irish

0.62%

Total population: 7,428

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

1,742

28.88%

Level 3 (A level)

1,183

19.62%

No qualifications

1,036

17.18%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

841

13.94%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

607

10.06%

Total 16+ residents: 6,031

Housing

Owns outright

1,314

41.93%

Owns with a mortgage

1,076

34.33%

Other social rented

315

10.05%

Private landlord or letting agency

262

8.36%

Shared ownership

2.49%

Total households: 3,134

Property prices in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,000 up to £1,315,000.

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 Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	21	£337,000	£245,000	£285,000	£405,000	£930,000
Semi-Detached	31	£270,000	£218,000	£240,500	£295,000	£367,500
Terraced	18	£219,250	£167,300	£197,750	£239,000	£277,000

10 years median price trend in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

All postcodes in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

LE93AH

Carey Road

LE93BU

Haines Road

LE91SN

Stevenson Gardens

LE91UD

Burley Close

LE93GB

Arbor Road

LE93GF

Bala Road

LE91UG

Chiltern Avenue

LE93GG

Bridle Close

LE91RE

Croft Road

LE91SD

Brooklands Road

LE93AJ

Cooper Close

LE93BT

Peers Way

LE91SS

Gimson Avenue

LE97SB

Billington Road East

LE91SR

Elm Tree Road

LE91ST

Jamesway

LE93GY

Petersfield

LE93HD

Thurlaston Lane

LE97SL

Lovelace Crescent

LE93HB

School Close

LE91RD

Broughton Road

LE91SX

Mount Road

LE91UB

Arnold Close

LE93EE

Broughton Road

LE93EL

Station Road

LE93AA

Bennett Rise

LE91TB

Narborough Road

LE93GJ

Brookes Avenue

LE97NX

St Marys Way

LE91RR

White Barn Drive

LE91UJ

Countesthorpe Road

LE93BJ

Lodge Close

LE93GD

Arbor Road

LE93HE

Windermere Drive

LE93HF

Spinney Court

LE93ZG

Winston Avenue

LE93AN

Duncan Avenue

LE93BE

St James Close

LE93JQ

Stanton Lane

LE91TU

Tudor Drive

LE93BR

Preston Way

LE91RS

Cottage Lane

LE91TS

Forryan Close

LE93AR

Fritchley Close

LE93BF

The Green

LE93AQ

Eunice Avenue

LE97SJ

The Roundhills

LE91TR

Orchard Close

LE91TF

Portland Street

LE93ER

Holliers Way

LE97SA

Bridle Path Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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