About Ashby Magna

Ashby Magna is a small village located in Leicestershire, within the East Midlands region of England. It lies just north of the town of Market Harborough and is part of the Harborough district. The village is situated near the A6 road, which connects it to nearby towns and cities. Ashby Magna has a rural character, with a mix of traditional brick and timber-framed houses, and a number of farms and fields surrounding the settlement. The local community is close-knit, with a village hall and a church serving as central points for social and religious life. The area is known for its peaceful countryside and agricultural landscape, offering a quiet and settled environment. The postcode area LE17 covers the village and its immediate surroundings.

School Ratings in Ashby Magna

Ashby Magna is served by 33 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashby Magna

Property prices average £723K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £436K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashby Magna

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Ashby Magna, with 8 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashby Magna

Ashby Magna falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashby Magna

Most properties in Ashby Magna can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,739 sales

Average Price £723K
£1K — £135.09M
Detached £436K 2,027
Semi £266K 936
Terraced £235K 466
Flat £140K 58

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

21 Primary
4 Secondary
8 Other
Dunton Bassett Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Gilmorton Chandler Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Hallbrook Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.5 miles Broughton Astley Sure Start Children's Centre 2.6 miles Thomas Estley Community College Secondary 2.6 miles Old Mill Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Brooke House Day School Requires Improvement 3.1 miles Countesthorpe Sure Start Children's Centre 3.1 miles Countesthorpe Academy Secondary 3.1 miles Orchard Church of England Primary School, Broughton Astley Primary Good 3.2 miles Lodge Farm Education Good 3.2 miles Arnesby Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashby Magna IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ashby Magna among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,336 Children (0-15) 17%
23,402 Working Age 61%
11,413 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.4% 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 Ashby Magna 62 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Ashby Magna falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

29 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Other Theft
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Shoplifting
4 Public Order
2 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Leicestershire Broughton Astley and Walton Visit force website →
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 1 stations

Rugby Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dunton Bassett 1.2 miles Peatling Parva 1.4 miles Willoughby Waterleys 1.4 miles Gilmorton 2 miles Peatling Magna 2.2 miles Leire 2.5 miles Bruntingthorpe 2.6 miles Walton 2.6 miles Upper Bruntingthorpe 2.8 miles Ashby Parva 2.8 miles Broughton Astley 2.8 miles Kimcote 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Harborough
County Leicestershire
Ward Lutterworth East
Constituency South Leicestershire
Parish Lutterworth
Region East Midlands

Streets in LE17 30 shown View all streets

A426 2 Acacia Avenue 1 Airedale Close 1 Alder Crescent 1 Alexander Drive 1 Allfrey Close 1 Almond Way 1 Andrews Close 2 Argosy Way 2 Ashacre Close 1 Ashby Lane 6 Ashby Road 8 Ashleigh Drive 2 Aspen Way 1 Attlee Close 1 Avery Close 1 Azalea Close 1 Back Lane 2 Back Street 1 Baker Street 1 Bank Street 1 Bath Lane 2 Beamont Close 1 Beech Avenue 1 Bell Lane 2 Bell Street 3 Bennetts Hill 2 Berridges Lane 1 Betony Close 1 Bill Crane Way 1

Postcodes in LE17 50 shown View all postcodes

LE17 4AB LE17 4AD LE17 4AE LE17 4AF LE17 4AG LE17 4AH LE17 4AL LE17 4AN LE17 4AP LE17 4AQ LE17 4AR LE17 4AS LE17 4AT LE17 4AW LE17 4AY LE17 4AZ LE17 4BB LE17 4BD LE17 4BE LE17 4BF LE17 4BG LE17 4BH LE17 4BJ LE17 4BL LE17 4BN LE17 4BP LE17 4BQ LE17 4BS LE17 4BT LE17 4BU LE17 4BW LE17 4BX LE17 4BY LE17 4BZ LE17 4DA LE17 4DB LE17 4DD LE17 4DE LE17 4DF LE17 4DH LE17 4DJ LE17 4DL LE17 4DN LE17 4DP LE17 4DQ LE17 4DR LE17 4DS LE17 4DT LE17 4DU LE17 4DW