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Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate

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About

Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate form a rural area in Charnwood, Leicestershire, known for its historic landscapes and open countryside. The area includes parts of Bradgate Park, a 850-acre country park with ancient woodlands and the ruins of Bradgate House, birthplace of Lady Jane Grey. The River Lin flows through Thurcaston, adding to the natural scenery, while Woodhouse Eaves sits on the edge of Charnwood Forest, offering walking routes and views.

The villages retain a traditional character, with stone-built houses and local amenities like pubs and village halls. Thurcaston has a mix of farmland and residential areas, while Woodhouse Eaves is surrounded by woodland and heathland. The area is popular for outdoor activities, with access to the Leicestershire Round and other footpaths. Its proximity to Leicester provides convenience while maintaining a quiet, rural atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate is £54,300 per year. There are 5 schools in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
3.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate Population
6,372
Population density
129.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,636
88.44%
Indian
274
4.3%
Other White
132
2.07%
Irish
52
0.82%
White and Asian (mixed)
50
0.78%
Total population: 6,373

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,351
51.96%
Owns with a mortgage
873
33.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
194
7.46%
Social rents from council
89
3.42%
Other forms of private rent
64
2.46%
Total households: 2,600

Property prices in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £447,500 in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £230,000 up to £3,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate 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 Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£555,250
Flats1£245,000
Semi-Detached23£380,000
Terraced8£376,000

10 years median price trend in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate.

All postcodes in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate

LE77JS

Chapel Close

LE127XU

Barrs Way

LE128QT

Charnwood Rise

LE77HL

Waterfield Road

LE77JL

Leicester Road

LE128RW

Beacon Road

LE60AE

Grey Crescent

LE679PR

Leicester Road

LE77HQ

Bradgate Road

LE77SB

Kinchley Lane

LE128QX

Hill Rise

LE77SA

Gipsy Lane

LE128TW

Joe Moore's Lane

LE128UL

Vicary Lane

LE77GD

Causeway Lane

LE127WW

Barrs Way

LE128SD

Main Street

LE128TH

Leicester Lane

LE128UD

Home Farm Close

LE60PY

Bradgate Road

LE77HB

Ridley Close

LE128ZP

Maplewell Road

LE128RY

Forest Road

LE128TX

Beaumanor Drive

LE128RP

Bird Hill Road

LE128RZ

Brook Road

LE128UF

Briscoe Lane

LE679XR

Ashby Road

LE77HJ

Stamford Drive

LE77SQ

Plain Gate

LE128RT

Brand Hill

LE128TD

Leicester Lane

LE128TQ

Main Street

LE128TY

Brand Lane

LE77HD

Station Road

LE77HN

Waterfield Road

LE77JH

Leicester Road

LE77JN

Leicester Road

LE77SE

Main Road

LE128RL

Paterson Drive

LE128ZY

Maplewell Road

LE77HE

Station Road

LE77JP

Mill Road

LE77LF

Thurcaston Lane

LE128ZQ

Maplewell Road

LE128SF

Windmill Rise

LE128TJ

Main Road

LE128TL

Nanhill Drive

LE60AB

Markfield Lane

LE60HB

Bracken Hill

LE679PF

Craven's Rough

LE77JX

Leicester Road

LE77TZ

Fairway Drive

LE128TG

Brand Lane

LE60AG

Benscliffe Road

LE60AJ

Craven's Rough

LE60HJ

Bracken Hill

LE128XA

Beacon Road

LE128TB

Beacon Road

LE128UJ

Brand Lane

LE679PS

Leicester Road

LE77GS

Sandham Bridge Road

LE77JF

Hall Farm Road

LE128TP

Leicester Lane

LE77LD

Station Road

LE77UE

Swithland Lane

Data Sources

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