Hinckley and Bosworth is a district in Leicestershire, part of the East Midlands. It includes the market town of Hinckley, along with several smaller towns and villages such as Market Bosworth, Earl Shilton, and Barwell. The area is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, with farmland, parks, and historic sites like Bosworth Battlefield.
The district has strong transport links, with the M69 and A5 providing easy access to Leicester and Coventry. Local industries include manufacturing, retail, and logistics, with many residents commuting to nearby cities. The area also features leisure facilities, walking trails, and annual events such as the Hinckley Carnival.
On average Hinckley and Bosworth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hinckley and Bosworth is £43,153 per year. There are 56 schools in Hinckley and Bosworth: 34 primary (2 Outstanding and 26 Good) and 9 secondary (2 Outstanding and 7 Good).
Ambien
Barlestone, Nailstone and Osbaston
Barwell
Burbage Sketchley and Stretton
Burbage St Catherines and Lash Hill
Cadeby, Carlton and Market Bosworth with Shackerstone
Earl Shilton
Groby
Hinckley Castle
Hinckley Clarendon
Hinckley De Montfort
Hinckley Trinity
Markfield, Stanton and Fieldhead
Newbold Verdon with Desford and Peckleton
Ratby, Bagworth and Thornton
Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy