About Anstey

Anstey is a village located in Leicestershire, within the county of England. It lies in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Lincolnshire, and is part of the Melton district. The village is situated close to the A606 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Melton Mowbray and Leicester. Anstey has a rural character, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land surrounding the settlement. The local community is active, with a village hall and several local amenities serving residents. The area is known for its open countryside and proximity to the Lincolnshire Wolds, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The postcode area for Anstey is LE7, which covers the village and its immediate surroundings.

School Ratings in Anstey

Families in Anstey have access to 157 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Anstey

Homes sell for an average of £371K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £426K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Anstey

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Anstey, with 42 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Anstey

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Anstey 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 Anstey

Anstey 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 7,846 sales

Average Price £371K
£3K — £58.8M
Detached £426K 3,487
Semi £251K 2,314
Terraced £208K 1,322
Flat £134K 394

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

90 Primary
17 Secondary
50 Other
Anstey Sure Start Children's Centre 0.3 miles The Latimer Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Wolfdale School Good 0.5 miles The Martin High School Anstey Secondary 0.5 miles Woolden Hill Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Heatherbrook Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Buswells Lodge Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Beaumont Lodge Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles The Hall School Primary 1.5 miles Elizabeth Woodville Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Babington Academy Secondary Good 1.6 miles Glenfield Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Anstey IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Anstey 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
15,189 Children (0-15) 18%
51,079 Working Age 61%
22,654 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Anstey 244 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Anstey 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.

78 Violence & Sexual Offences
42 Anti-Social Behaviour
27 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Shoplifting
23 Other Theft
17 Public Order
14 Vehicle Crime
6 Burglary
6 Other Crime
3 Drugs
2 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Leicestershire Anstey Visit force website →
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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 3 stations

Syston Train Station 5.2 miles
Sileby Train Station 5.5 miles
Barrow-Upon-Soar Train Station 5.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Beaumont Leys 1.2 miles Groby 1.4 miles Thurcaston 1.8 miles Mowmacre Hill 1.9 miles Glenfield 1.9 miles Cropston 2 miles New Parks 2 miles Newtown Linford 2.2 miles Ratby 2.6 miles Western Park 2.8 miles Kirby Muxloe 3.1 miles Birstall 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Charnwood
County Leicestershire
Ward Syston West
Constituency Charnwood
Parish Syston
Region East Midlands

Notable & Famous People from Anstey 1 people

John Taylor
Motorcycle racer
race car driver, completed four Formula One races 1964-1966, died from a crash at the 1966 German Grand Prix

Streets in LE7 30 shown View all streets

A46 10 A47 1 A6 1 A607 1 Abbots Close 1 Abbotsford Close 1 Abbotts Close 1 Airborne Avenue 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 5 Alfred Belshaw Road 2 Alice Hawkins Drive 1 All Saints Road 1 Alvis Dale 1 Andrew Road 3 Angus Close 2 Anstey Lane 5 Anstige Avenue 1 Anthony Close 1 Anthony Drive 1 Anthony Street 2 Archdale Street 1 Arguile Avenue 1 Armitage Drive 1 Ash Drive 1 Ash Tree Close 1 Ashby Road 1 Ashfield Drive 1 Augustus Close 1 Auster Crescent 1

Postcodes in LE7 50 shown View all postcodes

LE7 1AD LE7 1AE LE7 1BA LE7 1BS LE7 1BT LE7 1FZ LE7 1GA LE7 1GB LE7 1GD LE7 1GE LE7 1GF LE7 1GG LE7 1GH LE7 1GJ LE7 1GL LE7 1GN LE7 1GP LE7 1GQ LE7 1GS LE7 1GU LE7 1GW LE7 1GX LE7 1GY LE7 1GZ LE7 1HA LE7 1HE LE7 1HF LE7 1HH LE7 1HJ LE7 1HL LE7 1HN LE7 1HP LE7 1HQ LE7 1HR LE7 1HS LE7 1HT LE7 1HU LE7 1HW LE7 1HX LE7 1HY LE7 1HZ LE7 1JA LE7 1JB LE7 1LB LE7 1LD LE7 1LP LE7 1LQ LE7 1LR LE7 1LS LE7 1LT