Postcode LE5 5HG is located in an urban city, within the Stoneygate ward of Leicester in the East Midlands region , and forms part of the Highfields South area. It has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56.3 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Highfields South is £31,300 per year. The nearest station is Leicester located about 0.8 miles away. There are 10 primary and 4 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Spinney Hill Park.
Highfields South has a high level of deprivation, ranked at position 7,304 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 22% most deprived areas in England.
Highfields South has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 56.3 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 7.7% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 21.6% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Highfields South is £31,300 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near LE5 5HG.
Highfields South near LE5 5HG has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Stoneygate area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £710,000.
Price per property type (last year)
Price per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 10 | £374,500 |
| Flats | 22 | £128,250 |
| Semi-Detached | 23 | £370,000 |
| Terraced | 28 | £217,500 |
10 years price trend in Stoneygate
In the LE5 5HG postcode area, located within Highfields South, there are 10 primary and 4 secondary schools in close proximity.
| Distance | Name | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | The Old Horse | 198 London Road, Leicester, LE2 1NE | |
| 0.5 mi | The Loaded Dog | London Road, Leicester, LE2 1ED |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.