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Markfield & Thornton

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About

Markfield & Thornton is a rural area in Hinckley and Bosworth, Leicestershire, known for its mix of countryside and residential communities. The area includes the villages of Markfield and Thornton, which are surrounded by farmland and woodland. The M1 motorway runs nearby, providing easy access to Leicester and Nottingham. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and primary schools, catering to daily needs.

The landscape features open fields and small woodlands, with Thornton Reservoir offering a scenic spot for walking and fishing. The area has a mix of older cottages and newer housing developments. Public transport links connect to nearby towns, while the rural setting maintains a quiet atmosphere. Markfield & Thornton provides a balance of countryside living with convenient access to urban centres.

Area overview

On average Markfield & Thornton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 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 Markfield & Thornton is £43,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Markfield & Thornton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Markfield & Thornton Population
9,064
Population density
277.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,305
91.64%
Other White
193
2.13%
Indian
193
2.13%
Irish
57
0.63%
White and Asian (mixed)
48
0.53%
Total population: 9,063

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,690
43.24%
Owns with a mortgage
1,355
34.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
346
8.85%
Social rents from council
223
5.71%
Other social rented
193
4.94%
Total households: 3,908

Property prices in Markfield & Thornton

Based on 147 recent sales, the median property price is £275,000 in Markfield & Thornton area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £695,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Markfield & Thornton 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 Markfield & Thornton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached74£333,500
Flats2£117,500
Semi-Detached46£242,500
Terraced25£188,000

10 years median price trend in Markfield & Thornton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Markfield & Thornton.

All postcodes in Markfield & Thornton

LE671AE

Highfields

LE679SX

Mayflower Close

LE679LA

Upland Close

LE679RE

Chitterman Way

LE679UP

Hillside

LE671BD

Station Road

LE679AJ

Markfield & Thornton

LE679UA

Altar Stones Lane

LE99FE

Heath Road

Data Sources

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