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Worthington & Breedon

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About

Worthington & Breedon ward is located in North West Leicestershire, covering the villages of Worthington and Breedon on the Hill. The area is known for its rural character, with rolling countryside and historic landmarks such as Breedon Priory, a former Augustinian monastery. Agriculture and small businesses play a significant role in the local economy, while the M42 motorway provides easy access to nearby cities like Derby and Nottingham.

The ward has a mix of residential and green spaces, with community facilities including primary schools, village halls, and local pubs. Breedon on the Hill is home to a notable limestone quarry, which has shaped the area's landscape and economy. The ward offers a quiet, village-based lifestyle while remaining well-connected to larger urban centres.

Area overview

On average Worthington & Breedon has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Worthington & Breedon is £48,427 per year. There are 4 schools in Worthington & Breedon: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

10/10

Social housing

5.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Worthington & Breedon Population

2,761

Population density

77.3 per km²

Demographics

British

2,602

94.24%

Other White

2.68%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.65%

Irish

0.54%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.43%

Total population: 2,761

Housing

Owns outright

495

41.98%

Owns with a mortgage

429

36.39%

Private landlord or letting agency

129

10.94%

Social rents from council

7.21%

Other forms of private rent

1.44%

Total households: 1,179

Property prices in Worthington & Breedon

Based on 34 recent sales, the median property price is £305,000 in Worthington & Breedon area, with individual transactions ranging from £162,000 up to £625,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	18	£382,500	£280,000	£306,250	£525,000	£625,000
Semi-Detached	14	£232,500	£180,200	£194,750	£298,750	£374,000
Terraced	2	£335,000	£204,500	£262,500	£407,500	£465,500

10 years price trend in Worthington & Breedon

All postcodes in Worthington & Breedon

LE678JT

Gelsmoor Road

DE738HF

Main Street

DE738JT

Church View Lane

DE738LS

Saxon Close

LE651SE

Nottingham Road

DE738FW

Castle Donington

DE738HH

Peters Close

DE738LF

The Green

LE651SH

Church Street

LE651RP

Main Street

LE651SD

Callan's Lane

DE738BA

Breedon Lane

DE738FU

Main Street

LE651RS

Melbourne Road

LE678HW

The Tentas

LE678PA

Outwoods Lane

DE738BE

Field Lane

LE651SF

St Matthew's Avenue

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail