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Countesthorpe & Kilby

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About

Countesthorpe and Kilby are neighbouring villages in the Blaby district of Leicestershire. Countesthorpe is the larger of the two, with a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. The village has good transport links, being close to the A426 and M1 motorway, making it accessible for commuters. Kilby is smaller and more rural, with a quieter atmosphere and open farmland surrounding the village.

Both villages have a strong sense of community, with local events and clubs bringing residents together. Kilby retains a traditional feel, with historic buildings like St Mary’s Church, while Countesthorpe has seen more recent development. The area offers a balance of countryside access and convenience, with Leicester city centre just a short drive away.

Area overview

On average Countesthorpe & Kilby has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Countesthorpe & Kilby is £44,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Countesthorpe & Kilby: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Countesthorpe & Kilby Population
7,966
Population density
541.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,461
93.66%
Other White
117
1.47%
Indian
90
1.13%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
80
1%
Irish
43
0.54%
Total population: 7,966

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,444
43.31%
Owns with a mortgage
1,263
37.88%
Private landlord or letting agency
276
8.28%
Other social rented
214
6.42%
Other forms of private rent
52
1.56%
Total households: 3,334

Property prices in Countesthorpe & Kilby

Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Countesthorpe & Kilby area, with individual transactions ranging from £157,000 up to £830,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Countesthorpe & Kilby 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 Countesthorpe & Kilby over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached39£355,000
Flats1£157,000
Semi-Detached47£270,000
Terraced11£231,250

10 years median price trend in Countesthorpe & Kilby

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Countesthorpe & Kilby.

All postcodes in Countesthorpe & Kilby

LE85TS

Pinewood Close

LE85UY

Diamond Avenue

LE85XE

Chestnut Close

LE85RL

Brook Court

LE85AB

Scalborough Close

LE85RP

Wigston Street

LE85PQ

Cherrytree Close

LE85RS

Kirkfield Road

LE85TW

Lewis Way

LE85XF

Meadow Close

LE85RX

Laurel Drive

LE85SS

Springwell Close

LE85RW

Broomleys

LE85RY

The Hawthorns

LE85QA

Austrey Lane

LE85SN

Leopold Close

LE85SQ

Bladen Close

LE85XP

Sunbury Rise

LE85RB

Orchard Lane

LE85PB

The Drive

LE85PY

Marston Crescent

LE85QX

Main Street

LE85TL

Fir Tree Avenue

LE85UD

Leicester Road

LE85XJ

Borrowcup Close

LE85XQ

Countesthorpe & Kilby

LE85PJ

Cosby Road

LE85PP

Leysland Avenue

LE85QJ

Central Street

LE85RE

Kirkfield Road

LE85RN

Green Lane

LE85RZ

Mull Way

LE85UF

Royal Drive

LE85XS

Albert Road

LE85XU

Albert Road

LE85AF

Billington Road

LE85AL

Lord Close

LE85PE

Cosby Road

LE85PG

Linden Avenue

LE85PW

Marston Crescent

LE85RD

Elliots Yard

LE85TA

Hallcroft Avenue

LE85SU

Mennecy Close

LE85XL

Countesthorpe & Kilby

LE85QG

Bassett Avenue

LE85QL

Dale Acre

LE85TR

Broomleys

LE85TU

Countesthorpe & Kilby

LE85UB

Elizabeth Close

LE85UZ

Gillam Butts

LE85QY

Fairisle Way

LE85SL

Hallcroft Avenue

LE85TX

Bute Way

LE85PX

Gillam Butts

LE85ST

The Plantation

LE85TT

Arran Way

LE85WX

Fairisle Way

LE85XX

Leysland Avenue

Data Sources

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