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Earl Shilton

About

Earl Shilton is a ward in the Hinckley and Bosworth district of Leicestershire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including older terraced homes and newer developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and leisure facilities, catering to the needs of residents. The ward has a strong sense of community, with several events and groups organised throughout the year.

The surrounding landscape features green spaces and farmland, providing a rural contrast to the built-up areas. Transport links include bus routes connecting Earl Shilton to nearby towns like Hinckley and Leicester. The ward has a mix of employment opportunities, with small businesses and light industry contributing to the local economy. Historical landmarks, such as St Simon and St Jude's Church, add character to the area.

Area overview

On average Earl Shilton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Earl Shilton is £38,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Earl Shilton: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Earl Shilton Population

10,630

Population density

1,293.2 per km²

Demographics

British

9,597

90.29%

Other White

363

3.42%

Indian

163

1.53%

African

0.71%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.59%

Total population: 10,629

Housing

Owns outright

1,637

35.18%

Owns with a mortgage

1,500

32.24%

Private landlord or letting agency

676

14.53%

Social rents from council

424

9.11%

Other social rented

276

5.93%

Total households: 4,653

Property prices in Earl Shilton

Based on 151 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Earl Shilton area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,500 up to £650,000.

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 Earl Shilton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	44	£305,000	£231,050	£264,750	£369,000	£607,750
Flats	10	£107,000	£75,375	£90,250	£110,000	£136,850
Semi-Detached	60	£227,750	£172,475	£205,000	£261,250	£306,250
Terraced	37	£177,500	£120,000	£150,000	£190,000	£259,000

10 years median price trend in Earl Shilton

Data Sources

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

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

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