New Parks is a residential area in Leicester, located to the west of the city center. It features a mix of housing, including postwar council estates and newer developments. The area is home to New Parks Library and several local schools, serving the community's educational needs. Green spaces like Stokes Wood and the nearby Western Park provide outdoor recreation options.
Stokeswood is a smaller neighborhood adjacent to New Parks, known for its quiet streets and suburban feel. The area has a range of local amenities, including shops and pubs along Hinckley Road. Stokes Wood, a wooded area with walking paths, adds a natural touch to the surroundings. Both neighborhoods are well-connected to central Leicester by bus routes.
On average New Parks & Stokeswood has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 156 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 47.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in New Parks & Stokeswood is £33,000 per year. There are 3 schools in New Parks & Stokeswood: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 28 recent sales, the median property price is £227,250 in New Parks & Stokeswood area, with individual transactions ranging from £101,750 up to £312,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 5 | £280,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 10 | £236,750 |
| Terraced | 13 | £203,000 |
10 years price trend in New Parks & Stokeswood
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Stenson Road
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Biddle Road
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Aikman Avenue
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Birds Nest Avenue
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Caledine Road
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Gillman Road
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Bloxham Road
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Pindar Road
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Aikman Avenue
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Swannington Road
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Bloxham Road
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Aikman Avenue
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Birds Nest Avenue
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Blissett Road
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Groby Road
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Fosse Lane
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Aikman Avenue
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Blissett Road
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Glazebrook Road
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St Oswald Road
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Fosse Lane
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Jessop Close
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Groby Road
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Bonney Road
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Birds Nest Avenue
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Fosse Lane
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Darlington Road
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Pindar Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.