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About Appleby Parva
Appleby Parva is a small village located in Leicestershire, within the East Midlands region of England. It lies just to the north of the town of Melton Mowbray and is part of the civil parish of Appleby Parva and Appleby Magna. The village is situated in a rural area, characterised by open farmland and scattered houses, with a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The local community is small and close-knit, with a traditional village feel. The area is accessible via the A606 road, which connects it to nearby towns and cities. The postcode area for Appleby Parva is DE12, placing it within the broader Melton Mowbray postal district. The village has a long history, with records indicating its existence since at least the Domesday Book in 1086.
School Ratings in Appleby Parva
Families in Appleby Parva have access to 20 local schools. Pegasus School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Appleby Parva
Homes sell for an average of £332K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £354K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Appleby Parva
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Appleby Parva, with 4 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Appleby Parva
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Appleby Parva 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.
Healthcare in Appleby Parva
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Appleby Parva, the nearest being Measham Medical Unit (2.8 miles away).
Local Data for Appleby Parva
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Property Prices 3,104 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DE12 postcode area.
Household Income in Appleby Parva ONS 2023
The average total household income in Appleby Parva is approximately £54,013 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,689. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,689.
Businesses in Appleby Parva ONS 2025
There are approximately 820 active businesses based in Appleby Parva, around 34 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Appleby Parva IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Appleby Parva 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.
Crime in Appleby Parva 32 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Appleby Parva are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Appleby Parva
Of the 9,375 households in and around Appleby Parva, 73% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Appleby Parva.