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Wigston Fields

England / East Midlands / Oadby and Wigston / Wigston Fields

About

Wigston Fields 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 near the larger town of Wigston, providing easy access to local amenities and transport links. The ward includes several green spaces, such as Wigston Fields Park, which offers recreational areas for residents.

The area is served by local schools, including Wigston Fields Primary School, and has good road connections to Leicester and surrounding areas. Community facilities include a leisure centre and nearby shopping options in Wigston. The ward has a suburban feel, with a focus on family living and convenience. Public transport links provide access to Leicester city centre, making it a practical location for commuters.

Area overview

On average Wigston Fields has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wigston Fields is £40,241 per year. There are 1 schools in Wigston Fields: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
12.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wigston Fields Population
6,862
Population density
4,436.3 per km²

Demographics

British
4,648
67.73%
Indian
1,050
15.3%
Other White
251
3.66%
Pakistani
193
2.81%
Other
120
1.75%
Total population: 6,863

Housing

Owns outright
978
36.47%
Owns with a mortgage
965
35.98%
Private landlord or letting agency
330
12.3%
Social rents from council
257
9.58%
Other social rented
71
2.65%
Total households: 2,682

Property prices in Wigston Fields

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £252,500 in Wigston Fields area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £430,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£320,000
Flats1£105,000
Semi-Detached39£255,000
Terraced12£214,500

10 years price trend in Wigston Fields

All postcodes in Wigston Fields

LE181BA

Carlton Drive

LE181GD

Repton Road

LE181HD

Croft Drive

LE181JD

Fir Tree Close

LE182EA

Central Avenue

LE182EJ

Orson Drive

LE182EY

Heatherley Grove

LE181FW

Northfield Avenue

LE182BD

Cherry Street

LE182BT

Cherry Street

LE182EF

Holmden Avenue

LE181BR

Croft Drive

LE181FT

Exeter Road

LE182DB

Pullman Road

LE182FE

Kenneth Gamble Court
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Data Sources

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