About Albert Village

Albert Village is a small settlement located in Leicestershire, within the DE11 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is named after King Albert, and its origins date back to the 19th century when it was developed as a model village for workers at the nearby coal mines. The layout features a central green and a mix of traditional brick houses, many of which retain their original architectural character. While modest in size, Albert Village has a strong sense of community and retains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It is well connected to nearby towns such as Coalville and Ashby-de-la-Zouch, with regular bus services and road access via the A511. The village is known for its local pub and a small shop, both of which serve as focal points for residents.

School Ratings in Albert Village

Families in Albert Village have access to 65 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Albert Village

Homes sell for an average of £219K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £172K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Albert Village

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Albert Village, with 32 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Albert Village

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Albert Village around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Albert Village

Albert Village benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,089 sales

Average Price £219K
£1K — £32M
Detached £268K 2,659
Semi £172K 2,997
Terraced £141K 1,985
Flat £106K 201

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary
9 Secondary
13 Other
Albert Village Primary School Primary 0.4 miles St George's CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Pennine Way Junior Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Church Gresley Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.7 miles Three Trees Infant Academy Primary 0.8 miles Three Trees CofE Junior Academy Primary 0.8 miles Woodville Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Belmont Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Granville Academy Secondary 1 miles St Edward's Catholic Academy Primary 1.2 miles Eureka Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles The Pingle Academy Secondary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Albert Village IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Albert Village are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
10,123 Children (0-15) 19%
34,015 Working Age 63%
13,361 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Albert Village 306 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Albert Village is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

144 Violence & Sexual Offences
32 Vehicle Crime
26 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Public Order
16 Other Theft
16 Shoplifting
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Drugs
10 Burglary
7 Other Crime
3 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Burton-On-Trent Train Station 5 miles
Tutbury And Hatton Train Station 8.9 miles
Peartree Train Station 9.8 miles
Polesworth Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Church Gresley 0.6 miles Swadlincote 0.9 miles Woodville 0.9 miles Upper Midway 1.2 miles Lower Midway 1.2 miles Spring Cottage 1.2 miles Tetron Point 1.4 miles Mount Pleasant 1.4 miles Blackfordby 1.4 miles Newhall 1.8 miles Linton Heath 1.8 miles Goseley Dale 1.8 miles

Local Government

District South Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Swadlincote
Constituency South Derbyshire
Parish South Derbyshire, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE11 30 shown View all streets

A444 2 Abbey Lodge Close 1 Abbotts Close 1 Abbotts Road 1 Aberdeen Close 1 Acacia Avenue 1 Adams Close 1 Albert Road 1 Albion Street 1 Alexandra Passage 2 Alexandra Road 3 Alleyne Close 1 Allison Avenue 1 Alma Road 2 Almond Grove 1 Amberwood 1 Anchor Close 1 Anderby Gardens 1 Angle Close 1 Anglia Drive 2 Appleby Glade 1 Appleton Close 1 Arliston Drive 1 Arnold Close 1 Arnside Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ascott Drive 1 Ash Tree Close 1 Ashby Lane 1 Ashby Road 11

Postcodes in DE11 50 shown View all postcodes

DE11 0AA DE11 0AD DE11 0AE DE11 0AF DE11 0AG DE11 0AH DE11 0AL DE11 0AN DE11 0AP DE11 0AR DE11 0AS DE11 0AT DE11 0AU DE11 0AW DE11 0AX DE11 0AY DE11 0AZ DE11 0BA DE11 0BB DE11 0BD DE11 0BE DE11 0BF DE11 0BG DE11 0BH DE11 0BJ DE11 0BL DE11 0BN DE11 0BP DE11 0BQ DE11 0BS DE11 0BU DE11 0BW DE11 0BX DE11 0BY DE11 0BZ DE11 0DA DE11 0DB DE11 0DD DE11 0DE DE11 0DF DE11 0DG DE11 0DH DE11 0DJ DE11 0DL DE11 0DN DE11 0DP DE11 0DQ DE11 0DR DE11 0DS DE11 0DT