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Market Harborough-Little Bowden

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About

Market Harborough-Little Bowden ward is located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire. The area includes the town centre of Market Harborough, known for its historic buildings and independent shops. Little Bowden, a former village, is now a residential area with a mix of housing styles. The ward is served by local amenities, including schools, parks, and transport links such as the A6 road and Market Harborough railway station.

The ward features a blend of urban and suburban characteristics, with the town centre offering retail and leisure facilities, while the outskirts provide quieter residential streets. Open spaces like Welland Park and the Grand Union Canal add recreational opportunities. The area has a range of community services, including healthcare facilities and libraries, catering to its population. Market Harborough-Little Bowden maintains a balance between its commercial hub and residential appeal.

Area overview

On average Market Harborough-Little Bowden has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Market Harborough-Little Bowden is £46,626 per year. There are 2 schools in Market Harborough-Little Bowden: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
52
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Market Harborough-Little Bowden Population
5,695
Population density
1,393.8 per km²

Demographics

British
5,113
89.78%
Other White
193
3.39%
Indian
100
1.76%
White and Asian (mixed)
60
1.05%
Irish
43
0.76%
Total population: 5,695

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
896
38.49%
Owns outright
895
38.45%
Private landlord or letting agency
381
16.37%
Other social rented
63
2.71%
Shared ownership
48
2.06%
Total households: 2,328

Property prices in Market Harborough-Little Bowden

Based on 110 recent sales, the median property price is £377,498 in Market Harborough-Little Bowden area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £760,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached67£447,750
Flats8£100,000
Semi-Detached18£302,500
Terraced17£220,465

10 years price trend in Market Harborough-Little Bowden

All postcodes in Market Harborough-Little Bowden

LE167XQ

Rylands Close

LE168BA

Rosemoor Close

LE168BY

Willson Close

LE168EX

Woodgate Close

LE168JR

Longleat Close

LE167QU

Dingley Road

LE168AN

Bellfields Lane

LE168BS

Althorp Close

LE168BZ

Rolleston Close

LE168GZ

Coleridge Way

LE167XY

Rockingham Road

LE167XG

Ashley Way

LE168FY

Fern Ley Close

LE168AT

St Nicholas Close

LE169HW

Harborough Road

LE167XW

Fernfield Close

LE168AY

Scotland Road

LE168FP

Southey Close

LE168FA

Gores Lane

LE168EH

Bamburgh Close

LE168GJ

Whites Crescent
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.