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About

Wycliffe ward is located in the western part of Leicester, covering residential and commercial areas. The ward includes parts of the city centre and extends towards the A50 road, with a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to modern apartments. It is named after John Wycliffe, a notable religious reformer, reflecting Leicester's historical connections.

The area is served by several schools, parks, and local amenities, making it a practical place to live. Public transport links provide easy access to the city centre and surrounding areas. Wycliffe ward has a diverse population, contributing to its varied cultural and community activities. The ward also hosts small businesses and retail spaces, supporting local employment and services.

Area overview

On average Wycliffe has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 70 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 45.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wycliffe is £30,113 per year. There are 7 schools in Wycliffe: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

45.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wycliffe Population

15,779

Population density

14,553.2 per km²

Demographics

Indian

10,075

63.84%

African

2,081

13.19%

Other

581

3.68%

Pakistani

571

3.62%

Bangladeshi

546

3.46%

Total population: 15,782

Housing

Social rents from council

1,335

30.02%

Owns outright

1,109

24.94%

Private landlord or letting agency

788

17.72%

Other social rented

546

12.28%

Owns with a mortgage

536

12.05%

Total households: 4,447

Property prices in Wycliffe

Based on 15 recent sales, the median property price is £182,000 in Wycliffe area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £320,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	3	£145,000	£104,500	£122,500	£163,500	£178,300
Terraced	12	£199,000	£156,500	£178,000	£239,000	£317,250

10 years price trend in Wycliffe

All postcodes in Wycliffe

LE12FA

Edmonton Road

LE20AG

Berners Street

LE20UL

Taurus Close

LE53AF

Cradock Street

LE53BD

Kent Street

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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