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Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

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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
31
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
10.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe Population
7,429
Population density
344.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
14.54(-58%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.15(-46%)
Other theft
3.63(-36%)
Public order
3.23(-53%)
Criminal damage and arson
2.69(-64%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,950
93.56%
Other White
96
1.29%
Indian
81
1.09%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
53
0.71%
Irish
46
0.62%
Total population: 7,428

Economics

Education (age 16+)

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

Housing tenure

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
78
2.49%
Total households: 3,134

Property prices in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £270,400 in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,000 up to £1,250,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe 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 Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced15£220,000
Detached30£342,500
Semi-Detached34£261,500

10 years median price trend in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe.

All postcodes in Cosby, Croft & Elmesthorpe

LE91TR

Orchard Close

LE93GT

Huncote Road

LE91UE

Cotswold Avenue

LE93BB

Robotham Close

LE91TB

Narborough Road

LE97SL

Lovelace Crescent

LE91ZP

Bakery Close

LE97SH

Stanton Road

LE91TE

Portland Street

LE93BG

Forest Road

LE93GF

Bala Road

LE91TF

Portland Street

LE91AA

The Nook

LE91TJ

Ashover Close

LE93BJ

Lodge Close

LE97SF

Leighton Crescent

LE93BA

Ratcliffe Drive

LE97NH

St Marys Way

LE91SD

Brooklands Road

LE91TD

Narborough Road

LE91UZ

Steadman Avenue

LE91TS

Forryan Close

LE97NX

St Marys Way

LE91SE

Croft Road

LE91RP

Park Close

LE93ZH

Shades Close

LE91UU

Main Street

LE97SQ

The Crescent

LE93AH

Carey Road

LE93AG

Critchlow Road

LE91UQ

Harland Close

LE93EF

Dovecote Road

LE103DD

Burbage Common

LE93GQ

Winston Avenue

LE91RW

Church Farm Close

LE91SA

Armston Road

LE93HB

School Close

LE93GE

Arbor Road

LE97SA

Bridle Path Road

LE97SG

Station Road

LE93GL

Brookes Avenue

LE91UA

Ashtree Road

LE91UB

Arnold Close

LE91UX

Malvern Crescent

LE91TX

The Banks

LE91TT

Bradbury Close

LE93BT

Peers Way

LE91RS

Cottage Lane

LE93HF

Spinney Court

LE93EP

Sparkenhoe

LE91TQ

Hunters Row

Data Sources

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