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119,377
Population
44,054
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£51,676
Avg. household income
4,398
Businesses
3,333
People per km²
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About Aylestone Park

Aylestone Park is a residential area located in the city of Leicester, within Leicestershire, England. It lies just to the west of the city centre, bordered by the River Soar and the Aylestone Road. The area is known for its mix of housing types, including Victorian terraces and modern developments, and offers easy access to local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks. The park itself provides green space for recreation, with walking paths and open areas for families and visitors. Public transport links are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the area to central Leicester and surrounding neighbourhoods. The postcode area LE2 covers this part of the city, and the location is well integrated into the wider urban fabric of Leicester.

School Ratings in Aylestone Park

Aylestone Park is served by 227 schools. Brocks Hill Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 27 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aylestone Park

Property prices average £292K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £259K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aylestone Park

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Aylestone Park, with 167 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aylestone Park

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Aylestone Park falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Aylestone Park

There are 84 GP surgeries within three miles of Aylestone Park, the nearest being Saffron Group Practice (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Aylestone Park

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Property Prices 11,369 sales

Average Price £292K
£250 , £28.13M
Detached £446K 2,194
Semi £259K 3,774
Terraced £206K 3,635
Flat £144K 1,261

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

123 Primary
28 Secondary
76 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 27
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LE2 postcode area.

Lansdowne Sure Start Children's Centre 0.2 miles Knighton Mead Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Millgate School Not applicable 0.4 miles Saffron Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Marriott Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Lancaster Academy Secondary Good 0.5 miles Sir Jonathan North Girls' College Secondary 0.5 miles Granby Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Montrose School Primary 0.8 miles Avenue Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles The Goldhill Learning Foundation Not applicable Good 0.9 miles Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School All-through Good 1 miles

Household Income in Aylestone Park ONS 2023

The average total household income in Aylestone Park is approximately £51,676 a year before tax, 7% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,921. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Aylestone Park £51,676
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,921.

Businesses in Aylestone Park ONS 2025

There are approximately 4,398 active businesses based in Aylestone Park, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 59 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

4,398 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Aylestone Park IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aylestone Park in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 67%
Older 65+ 14%
22,801 Children (0-15) 19%
80,066 Working Age 67%
16,491 Older (65+) 14%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 40.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30% 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 Aylestone Park 1,342 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Aylestone Park is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 476
Public Order 167
Anti-Social Behaviour 145
Criminal Damage & Arson 135
Shoplifting 109
Other Theft 82
Vehicle Crime 59
Drugs 47
Burglary 45
Bicycle Theft 18
Other Crime 17
Weapons 15
Theft from Person 15
Robbery 12
Local Policing
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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 6.5 miles
Sileby Train Station 8.6 miles
Barrow-Upon-Soar Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Knighton 0.6 miles Knighton Fields 0.6 miles Clarendon Park 0.9 miles Aylestone 0.9 miles South Knighton 1.2 miles Stoneygate 1.4 miles Westcotes 1.4 miles Eyres Monsell 1.4 miles Wigston 1.8 miles Glen Parva 1.8 miles Braunstone Town 1.9 miles Leicester 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Leicester
County Leicestershire
Ward Wycliffe
Constituency Leicester South
Parish Leicester, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Aylestone Park

Of the 42,937 households in and around Aylestone Park, 54% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 27% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 54% Social rented 18% Private rented 27%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aylestone Park.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aylestone Park

What is the population of Aylestone Park?
Aylestone Park has a population of approximately 119,377 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Aylestone Park?
The average property in and around Aylestone Park sold for about £291,536, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 16% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Aylestone Park a deprived area?
Aylestone Park sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Aylestone Park?
Aylestone Park is covered by the LE2 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Aylestone Park?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Aylestone Park, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Aylestone Park?
The nearest railway station to Aylestone Park is Syston Train Station, about 6.5 miles away.

Streets in LE2 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Drive 2 Aber Road 1 Aberdale Road 4 Abingdon Road 1 Abingdon Walk 2 Adderley Road 3 Adlington Road 2 Aintree Crescent 2 Albert Road 3 Albion Street 1 Aldeby Close 1 Alderleigh Road 1 Alexandra Court 1 Alexandra Road 2 Allandale Road 1 Allenwood Road 4 Almond Road 2 Althorp Close 1 Alton Road 2 Alvecote Road 1 Amanda Road 1 Ambleside Close 1 Ambleside Drive 6 Andover Street 1 Ann's Way 1 Apollo Close 2 Apollo Court 1 Apple Crescent 1 Arnesby Crescent 1 Arreton Close 1

Postcodes in LE2 50 shown View all postcodes

LE2 0AA LE2 0AB LE2 0AD LE2 0AF LE2 0AG LE2 0AH LE2 0AJ LE2 0AL LE2 0AN LE2 0AP LE2 0AQ LE2 0AR LE2 0AS LE2 0AT LE2 0AU LE2 0AW LE2 0AY LE2 0BA LE2 0BB LE2 0BD LE2 0BE LE2 0BJ LE2 0BL LE2 0BN LE2 0BP LE2 0BQ LE2 0BR LE2 0DA LE2 0DB LE2 0DD LE2 0DE LE2 0DF LE2 0DG LE2 0DH LE2 0DJ LE2 0DL LE2 0DN LE2 0DP LE2 0DQ LE2 0DR LE2 0DS LE2 0DT LE2 0DU LE2 0DW LE2 0DX LE2 0EA LE2 0EB LE2 0ED LE2 0FA LE2 0FB