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About Barkby Thorpe
Barkby Thorpe is a small village located in Leicestershire, within the East Midlands region of England. It lies just to the north of the town of Syston and is part of the civil parish of Barkby. The village is situated near the A60, a major road connecting Leicester to the north, and is within easy reach of Leicester city centre. The area is predominantly residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and quiet lanes, typical of the rural landscape in this part of Leicestershire. The village has a small community feel, with local amenities including a church and a village hall. The postcode area LE7 covers the village and its immediate surroundings.
School Ratings in Barkby Thorpe
There are 153 schools in and around Barkby Thorpe. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barkby Thorpe
The average property price is £356K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £433K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barkby Thorpe
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Barkby Thorpe, with 32 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barkby Thorpe
Barkby Thorpe sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Barkby Thorpe
There are 22 GP surgeries within three miles of Barkby Thorpe, the nearest being Silverdale Medical Centre (1.3 miles away).
Local Data for Barkby Thorpe
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Property Prices 8,099 sales
Schools & Education 153 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LE7 postcode area.
Household Income in Barkby Thorpe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barkby Thorpe is approximately £59,899 a year before tax, 8% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,222. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,222.
Businesses in Barkby Thorpe ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,309 active businesses based in Barkby Thorpe, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 28 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Barkby Thorpe IMD 2025
Barkby Thorpe sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Barkby Thorpe 217 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime levels in Barkby Thorpe sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Barkby Thorpe
Of the 21,989 households in and around Barkby Thorpe, 79% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 12% 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 Barkby Thorpe.