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Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington

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About

The Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington area lies in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, characterised by its rural landscape and small villages. Wymeswold is known for its historic airfield, now repurposed for light industry and leisure. Rearsby and Cossington are traditional villages with a mix of older cottages and newer housing, surrounded by farmland. The area is connected by minor roads, with limited public transport options.

Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with fields and grazing land dominating the scenery. The River Wreake flows near Rearsby and Cossington, adding to the natural features of the area. Community life revolves around village halls, churches, and local pubs, with few commercial facilities. The proximity to Leicester and Loughborough provides access to larger amenities while maintaining a quiet, countryside setting.

Area overview

On average Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington is £53,400 per year. There are 7 schools in Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
49
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
4.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington Population
6,285
Population density
79.8 per km²

Demographics

British
5,765
91.76%
Indian
131
2.08%
Other White
87
1.38%
Irish
51
0.81%
White and Asian (mixed)
41
0.65%
Total population: 6,283

Housing

Owns outright
1,233
48.79%
Owns with a mortgage
905
35.81%
Private landlord or letting agency
218
8.63%
Social rents from council
57
2.26%
Other forms of private rent
53
2.1%
Total households: 2,527

Property prices in Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £413,000 in Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £1,200,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached47£495,000
Semi-Detached24£326,250
Terraced7£285,000

10 years price trend in Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington

All postcodes in Wymeswold, Rearsby & Cossington

LE74YR

Gaddesby Lane

LE74ZB

Gaddesby Lane

LE125SQ

Loughborough Road
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Data Sources

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