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Wigston St Wolstan's

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About

Wigston St Wolstan's is a residential ward located in the borough of Oadby and Wigston, Leicestershire. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced properties. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. The ward is well-connected by road, with easy access to Leicester and nearby towns.

The area features green spaces such as Willow Park and Wigston Cemetery, providing recreational options. Public transport links include bus routes serving Leicester and surrounding areas. St Wolstan's Church is a notable landmark, reflecting the ward's historical roots. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and activities organised throughout the year.

Area overview

On average Wigston St Wolstan's has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wigston St Wolstan's is £42,507 per year. There are 2 schools in Wigston St Wolstan's: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wigston St Wolstan's Population
6,561
Population density
5,034.1 per km²

Demographics

British
4,480
68.29%
Indian
955
14.56%
Pakistani
205
3.12%
Other White
198
3.02%
Other
170
2.59%
Total population: 6,560

Housing

Owns outright
1,265
48.49%
Owns with a mortgage
904
34.65%
Private landlord or letting agency
250
9.58%
Social rents from council
105
4.02%
Other forms of private rent
35
1.34%
Total households: 2,609

Property prices in Wigston St Wolstan's

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £287,500 in Wigston St Wolstan's area, with individual transactions ranging from £169,000 up to £505,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£370,000
Semi-Detached35£280,000
Terraced7£226,000

10 years price trend in Wigston St Wolstan's

All postcodes in Wigston St Wolstan's

LE183RN

Mere Road

LE183RP

Hayes Road

LE181EB

Willow Park Drive

LE181JG

Grange Road

LE183QB

Sandy Rise

LE181LY

Mayfield Drive

LE181NR

Bell Street

LE183PH

Cheddar Road

LE183RL

Mere Road

LE183RT

Windermere Road
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Data Sources

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