About Asfordby

Asfordby is a village located in Leicestershire, within the East Midlands region of England. It lies just south of the A6003, a road connecting Melton Mowbray to the A1, and is situated near the border with Lincolnshire. The village is part of the Melton district and has a rural character, with farmland surrounding the settlement. Asfordby is known for its small community and traditional village layout, with a mix of older and more modern housing. The local church, St Mary’s, is a notable feature and reflects the area’s long-standing history. The postcode area LE14 covers the village and its immediate surroundings, placing it within the broader postal network of the region. Asfordby remains a quiet, residential area with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Asfordby

Families in Asfordby have access to 23 local schools. Stathern Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Asfordby

Homes sell for an average of £383K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £483K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Asfordby

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Asfordby, with 47 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Asfordby

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Asfordby around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Asfordby

Broadband services in Asfordby range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,765 sales

Average Price £383K
£650 — £8.51M
Detached £483K 1,366
Semi £254K 708
Terraced £211K 458
Flat £111K 23

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Captains Close Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Asfordby Hill Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Frisby Church of England Primary School Primary 1.3 miles The Cove Sure Start Children's Centre 2.4 miles Long Field Spencer Academy Secondary Good 2.5 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Ab Kettleby Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles The Grove Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Fairmead Sure Start Children's Centre 2.7 miles Saint Francis Catholic Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Swallowdale Primary School and Community Centre Primary Good 3 miles John Ferneley College Secondary Requires Improvement 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Asfordby IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Asfordby 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
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
6,029 Children (0-15) 16%
22,414 Working Age 60%
12,156 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.3% 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 Asfordby 168 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Asfordby are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

59 Violence & Sexual Offences
47 Shoplifting
14 Anti-Social Behaviour
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Public Order
7 Other Theft
5 Drugs
5 Other Crime
3 Burglary
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Sileby Train Station 6.9 miles
Syston Train Station 7.2 miles
Barrow-Upon-Soar Train Station 8.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

The Valley 0.6 miles Saxelbye 0.6 miles Asfordby Hill 1.2 miles Shoby 1.4 miles Frisby on the Wreake 1.4 miles Kirby Bellars 1.4 miles Grimston 1.8 miles Potter Hill 2.2 miles Ragdale 2.5 miles Wartnaby 2.6 miles Rotherby 2.6 miles Brooksby 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Melton
County Leicestershire
Ward Wymondham
Constituency Rutland and Melton
Parish Wymondham
Region East Midlands

Streets in LE14 30 shown View all streets

A46 2 A6006 1 A607 1 Acres Rise 3 All Saints Close 1 Alpine Cottages 1 Antill Close 1 Artisan Road 2 Asfordby Place 1 Ash Way 1 Ashby Folville Road 1 Ashby Road 1 Back Lane 2 Back Street 3 Bakers Lane 1 Barkers Field 2 Barn Farm 1 Barnard Close 1 Beeby Drive 1 Belvoir Avenue 1 Benskin Close 1 Bernard's Place 1 Bescaby Lane 1 Birds Lane 2 Blacksmith End 1 Blacksmiths Close 2 Boilerhouse Road 2 Bolton Lane 3 Bottom Green 1 Boyer's Orchard 1

Postcodes in LE14 50 shown View all postcodes

LE14 2AA LE14 2AB LE14 2AD LE14 2AE LE14 2AF LE14 2AG LE14 2AH LE14 2AJ LE14 2AL LE14 2AN LE14 2AP LE14 2AR LE14 2AS LE14 2AU LE14 2AX LE14 2AY LE14 2AZ LE14 2BA LE14 2BB LE14 2BD LE14 2BE LE14 2BF LE14 2BG LE14 2BH LE14 2BJ LE14 2BL LE14 2BN LE14 2BP LE14 2BQ LE14 2BS LE14 2BT LE14 2BU LE14 2BW LE14 2BX LE14 2BY LE14 2DA LE14 2DD LE14 2DE LE14 2DF LE14 2DG LE14 2DJ LE14 2DL LE14 2DN LE14 2DQ LE14 2DR LE14 2DT LE14 2DU LE14 2DX LE14 2EA LE14 2ED