17,268TOTAL POPULATION
7,294HOUSEHOLDS
2.5%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£42,640AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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LE14 POSTCODE REGION

Leicester (LE14)

The LE14 postcode area is located in the Leicester postcode town region, within the county of Leicestershire, and contains a total of 759 individual postcodes.

There are 112 electoral wards in the LE14 postcode area, including Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Coalville, Hinckley, Ibstock, Leicester, Loughborough, Lutterworth, Market Harborough, Markfield, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Wigston which come under the local authority of the Melton Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 31% of people in LE14 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of LE14 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


Le14 is a postcode in the United Kingdom, covering Leicestershire, Rutland, and parts of Nottinghamshire. The postcode serves a variety of areas in the UK, including Melton Mowbray, Spittal and Hallaton, parts of Oakham, and many other villages and hamlets across Leicestershire and Rutland.

In terms of geography, Le14 lies in the East Midlands region of England and is one of the postcodes within the East Midlands County region. It is bordered by the postcodes LE13 to the north and east, NG32 to the south and NG25 to the west. The postcode is also close to other postcodes in the county such as LE9 and NG32, including the outskirts of Nottingham.

The postcode covers a total of 72 square kilometres and is located at an average altitude of 66 metres above sea level. It lies within the Broxe and East Washladies Production Landscape, and is also near the area of the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.

Le14 is well known for its rural areas, market towns and traditional villages, which make it a popular destination for those seeking a tranquil trip within Leicestershire. The area is predominantly predominated by rural agriculture, woodland and water, although there are some domestic dwellings in some areas. It is also a popular region for walkers and cyclists due to the many pathways and green spaces available.

The postcode area includes the major town of Melton Mowbray, best known for its pork pies, which are popular throughout the world. There are many other attractions in the area, including the famous Rutland Water leisure destination, as well as the National Bowl near Market Harborough, and as such it is a popular tourist area.

Le14 also contains many historical sites, including Hallaton Bottle Kicking, which is an annual event that has its origins in the early 19th century. The Bottledale and Hallaton Museums are also worth a visit and the annual Mowbray Pie Fair takes place each year in Melton Mowbray to celebrate the town's famous dish.

The postcode is served by the Melton Mowbray railway station, which is the main station in the area and links Le14 to other areas of the Midlands. There is also a coach transport network available, which allows passengers to travel to other parts of Leicestershire and beyond.

Leicestershire is known for its motorway links, with the M1 motorway running through Le14 postcode. This makes the area attractive to commuters coming from neighbouring Nottinghamshire and other parts of the Midlands.

Le14 is an attractive postcode in Leicestershire, offering visitors picturesque countryside scenery, a wealth of historic sites, and convenient public transport options. The region also boasts plenty of leisure facilities and activities, making it the perfect destination for those looking to explore the Swedish countryside.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in LE14 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 31%AB
  • 51%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 31% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 96%WHITE
  • 4%NON-WHITE

96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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LE14Leicestershire

Leicestershire

The county of Leicestershire

LE14 is located in the county of Leicestershire, in England.

Leicestershire has a total population of 1,031,300, making it the 21st largest county in the UK.

Leicestershire has a total area of 832 square miles, and a population density of 478 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Leicestershire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeLE14
Postal TownLeicester
MSOA NameMelton 006
LSOA NameMelton 006D
CountyLeicestershire
RegionLeicestershire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityMelton
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

LE14 Electoral Wards

The postal region of LE14, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Ab Kettleby
Asfordby
Asfordby Hill
Ashby Folville
Ashwell
Barkby
Barkby Thorpe
Barkestone-le-Vale
Barleythorpe
Barnsdale
Barrow
Barsby
Belvoir
Bescaby
Branston
Brentingby
Brooksby
Broughton Lodges
Buckminster
Burley
Burrough on the Hill
Burton Lazars
Chadwell
Cold Overton
Colston Bassett
Coston
Croxton Kerrial
Denton
East Goscote
Eastwell
Eaton
Edmondthorpe
Eye
Fairham Brook
Freeby
Frisby on the Wreake
Gaddesby
Garthorpe
Goadby Marwood
Grantham Canal
Grantham Canal
Great Dalby
Grimston
Gwash
Harby
Harlaxton
Harston
Hickling
Hickling Pastures
Hoby
Holwell
Hose
Hungerton
John O'Gaunt
Kinoulton
Kirby Bellars
Knipton
Langar
Langham
Leesthorpe
Little Dalby
Long Clawson
Market Overton
Melton Mowbray
Nether Broughton
Nether End
Newbold
Normanton-on-the-Wolds
Oakham
Old Dalby
Owthorpe
Pickwell
Plungar
Potter Hill
Queniborough
Ragdale
Ratcliffe on the Wreake
Rearsby
Rotherby
Saltby
Saxby
Saxelbye
Scalford
Sewstern
Shoby
Six Hills
Skillington
Somerby
South Croxton
Sproxton
Stanton-on-the-Wolds
Stapleford
Stathern
Stonesby
Syston
Teigh
The Valley
Thorpe Arnold
Thorpe Satchville
Thrussington
Twyford
Upper Broughton
Upper End
Waltham on the Wolds
Wartnaby
Whissendine
Widmerpool
Willoughby on the Wolds
Woolsthorpe By Belvoir
Wycomb
Wyfordby
Wymondham
Wyville
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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