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Humberstone & Hamilton

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About

Humberstone & Hamilton ward sits in Leicester's northeastern outskirts, encompassing residential suburbs and significant green spaces. The area is primarily composed of housing estates, ranging from interwar semis to more modern developments, serving as a commuter base for the city. Its eastern edge borders open countryside, providing a transition from urban to rural landscapes. The local road network is a key feature, with major routes like the A563 and A47 framing the ward.

The ward contains several large recreational grounds, including Humberstone Park and the wider grounds of the former Humberstone Hall. Education is a notable presence, with multiple primary schools and the expansive Gateway College campus. A distinctive local landmark is the historic Humberstone Village conservation area, with its medieval church and old village core, offering a contrast to the surrounding suburban fabric.

Area overview

On average Humberstone & Hamilton has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Humberstone & Hamilton is £50,789 per year. There are 11 schools in Humberstone & Hamilton: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good). Humberstone & Hamilton is home to around 21,143 people, with a population density of about 5,068.7 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
77
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
20.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Humberstone & Hamilton Population
21,143
Population density
5,068.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
37.93(+11%)
Anti-social behaviour
16.6(+1%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.07(+48%)
Public order
8.37(+20%)
Other theft
4.78(-18%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Indian
8,633
40.83%
British
6,172
29.19%
Pakistani
1,067
5.05%
Other Asian
988
4.67%
Other White
818
3.87%
Total population: 21,144

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
4,906
31.24%
No qualifications
3,421
21.78%
Level 3 (A level)
2,339
14.89%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
2,215
14.1%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,666
10.61%
Total 16+ residents: 15,704

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
2,431
34.21%
Owns outright
1,614
22.71%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,519
21.37%
Social rents from council
822
11.57%
Other social rented
457
6.43%
Total households: 7,107

Property prices in Humberstone & Hamilton

Based on 130 recent sales, the median property price is £267,750 in Humberstone & Hamilton area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £615,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Humberstone & Hamilton 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 Humberstone & Hamilton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£417,000
Flats22£125,250
Semi-Detached58£285,750
Terraced23£238,000

10 years median price trend in Humberstone & Hamilton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Humberstone & Hamilton.

All postcodes in Humberstone & Hamilton

LE51DX

Bentley Close

LE51UR

Columbine Road

LE51UU

Hanworth Close

LE51HG

Armadale Drive

LE51HN

Grantham Road

LE51JQ

Welbury Road

LE51NA

Lynmouth Road

LE51TA

Cranesbill Road

LE51FN

Lilac Avenue

LE51HQ

Grantham Road

LE51RS

Keyham Lane West

LE51RU

Limehurst Road

LE51TP

Meadowsweet Road

LE79SZ

Hamilford Close

LE51JH

Wigley Road

LE51NH

New Romney Crescent

LE51UJ

Burdock Close

Data Sources

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