What are house prices in South Wigston?

Based on 85 recent sales, the median price is £207,000.

What's the South Wigston population and density?

South Wigston population is 8,115 with density 2566.3 per km².

How much social housing is near South Wigston?

About 10.9% across the South Wigston area.

How deprived is South Wigston?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 13066 of 32844 in country).

What home types are most common in South Wigston?

Housing mix: semi-detached 47.4%, terraced 32.6%.

What are prices by property type in South Wigston?

Latest medians: Detached £372,500, Semi-detached £245,000, Terraced £180,000, Flats £106,750.

How safe is South Wigston?

Crime level in South Wigston is high with about 114 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in South Wigston?

There are 3,574 households in South Wigston

What's the average income in South Wigston?

Average resident income is about £36,600 per year.

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Q: What schools in South Wigston and how are they rated?

There are 3 schools in South Wigston: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East Midlands / Oadby and Wigston / South Wigston

About

South Wigston is a residential ward located in the borough of Oadby and Wigston, Leicestershire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated close to the A5199, providing easy access to Leicester and surrounding areas. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of residents.

The ward features green spaces like Willow Park and South Wigston Recreation Ground, offering recreational opportunities. Public transport links connect the area to Leicester city centre and nearby towns. South Wigston has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities such as the South Wigston Baptist Church. The area is known for its practicality, with a balance of residential and convenience services.

Area overview

On average South Wigston has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Wigston is £36,600 per year. There are 3 schools in South Wigston: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

114

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

10.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

South Wigston Population

8,115

Population density

2,566.3 per km²

Demographics

British

6,788

83.64%

Indian

324

3.99%

Other White

265

3.27%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

122

1.5%

White and Asian (mixed)

1.02%

Total population: 8,116

Housing

Owns outright

1,215

34.01%

Owns with a mortgage

1,037

29.03%

Private landlord or letting agency

760

21.28%

Other social rented

260

7.28%

Social rents from council

174

4.87%

Total households: 3,572

Property prices in South Wigston

Based on 85 recent sales, the median property price is £207,000 in South Wigston area, with individual transactions ranging from £88,000 up to £482,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	8	£372,500	£318,050	£323,750	£406,250	£457,125
Flats	2	£106,750	£89,875	£97,375	£116,125	£123,625
Semi-Detached	42	£245,000	£170,000	£205,000	£270,000	£351,850
Terraced	33	£180,000	£160,000	£175,000	£194,000	£247,000

10 years price trend in South Wigston

All postcodes in South Wigston

LE184YT

Cornwall Road

LE184LA

Arnold Avenue

LE184PW

Garden Street

LE184SX

Leopold Street

LE184UH

Ivanhoe Road

LE184UN

Saffron Road

LE184UY

Tigers Road

LE184PD

Bassett Street

LE184PY

Healey Street

LE184SS

Kirkdale Road

LE184SL

Fairfield Street

LE184SU

Fairfield Street

LE184UP

Dorset Avenue

LE184WT

Moores Close

LE184YG

Gloucester Crescent

LE184LP

Devonshire Avenue

LE184UW

Waverley Road

LE184XZ

Brecon Close

LE184LU

Arnold Avenue

LE184TG

Saffron Road

LE184TP

Wilson Road

LE184XP

Glamorgan Avenue

LE184YE

Gloucester Crescent

LE184LG

Clifton Drive

LE184LX

Clifton Drive

LE184LZ

Ervins Lock

LE184NT

Bush Lock Close

LE184XR

Kent Crescent

LE184YB

Westmorland Avenue

LE184YL

Gloucester Crescent

LE184TJ

Station Street

LE184WH

Essex Road

LE184XS

Anglesey Road

LE184XT

Kenilworth Road

LE184LB

Blaby Road

LE184NU

Lock Keeper Close

LE184SD

Albion Street

LE184TF

Saffron Road

LE184XF

Cornwall Road

LE184LN

Denacre Avenue

LE184SQ

Glen Gate

LE184XB

Anglesey Road

LE184XX

Pembroke Avenue

LE184NJ

Lock Gate Close

LE184NW

Windlass Drive

LE184YS

Worcester Drive

LE184LH

Cromford Avenue

LE184PQ

Canal Street

LE184UJ

Aisne Road

LE184UL

Saffron Road

LE184XA

Anglesey Road

LE184XU

Cardigan Drive

LE184WB

Dorset Avenue

LE184LL

Darley Avenue

LE184LT

Jordan Avenue

LE184NX

Cutting Close

LE184PP

Canal Street

LE184PZ

Best Close

LE184QD

Blenheim Close

LE184UE

Ivanhoe Road

LE184WL

Norfolk Road

LE184YF

Gloucester Crescent

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Data Sources

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

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