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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 £654K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £445K.
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 11 incidents logged in May 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.
Local Data for Ashby Magna
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Property Prices 3,556 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LE17 postcode area.
Household Income in Ashby Magna ONS 2023
The average total household income in Ashby Magna is approximately £61,657 a year before tax, 11% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,566. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £45,566.
Businesses in Ashby Magna ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,670 active businesses based in Ashby Magna, around 65 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 33 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Ashby Magna 60 crimes · May 2026
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.
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 Ashby Magna
Of the 10,496 households in and around Ashby Magna, 77% are owned, 10% 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 Ashby Magna.