How safe is Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

Crime level in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate is moderate with about 47 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

Based on 67 recent sales, the median price is £475,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What are prices by property type in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

Latest medians: Detached £582,500, Semi-detached £350,000, Terraced £388,500, Flats £245,000.

How many households are in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

There are 2,597 households in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate

How much social housing is near Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

About 3.2% across the Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate area.

How deprived is Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

Deprivation score 2/10 (rank 27292 of 32844 in country).

What's the Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate population and density?

Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate population is 6,372 with density 129.5 per km².

What home types are most common in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

Housing mix: detached 62.0%, semi-detached 25.4%.

What's the average income in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate?

Average resident income is about £54,300 per year.

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Q: What schools in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East Midlands / Charnwood / Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate

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

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

British

5,636

88.44%

Indian

274

4.3%

Other White

132

2.07%

Irish

0.82%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.78%

Total population: 6,373

Housing

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

3.42%

Other forms of private rent

2.46%

Total households: 2,600

Property prices in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £475,000 in Thurcaston, Woodhouse & Bradgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £185,000 up to £3,450,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	39	£582,500	£325,000	£463,000	£862,500	£2,380,000
Flats	1	£245,000	£245,000	£245,000	£245,000	£245,000
Semi-Detached	19	£350,000	£257,000	£306,000	£416,500	£659,000
Terraced	8	£388,500	£276,550	£368,750	£423,750	£639,750

10 years price trend 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

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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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