About Bitteswell

Bitteswell is a small village located in Leicestershire, within the county of England. It lies in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Rutland, and is part of the Harborough district. The village is situated close to the A6 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Market Harborough and Leicester. Bitteswell is primarily residential, with a mix of older and more modern housing. The surrounding area is largely rural, characterised by open fields and farmland. The village has a small community centre and a church, which contribute to its local character. The postcode area for Bitteswell is LE17, and it falls within the broader postal region of Leicester. Its location offers easy access to both rural tranquillity and urban amenities.

School Ratings in Bitteswell

There are 22 schools in and around Bitteswell. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bitteswell

The average property price is £723K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £436K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bitteswell

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bitteswell, with 8 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bitteswell

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bitteswell ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bitteswell

Broadband speeds in Bitteswell are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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

16 Primary
3 Secondary
3 Other
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Bitteswell Primary 0.2 miles Lutterworth College Secondary Good 0.4 miles Sherrier Church of England Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Lutterworth Sure Start Children's Centre 0.7 miles Lutterworth High School Secondary Good 0.9 miles John Wycliffe Primary School Primary 1 miles Ullesthorpe Church of England Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Gilmorton Chandler Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Claybrooke Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Dunton Bassett Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Henry David Learning Woodfield School Requires Improvement 3.8 miles Hallbrook Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bitteswell IMD 2025

Bitteswell is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

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 Bitteswell 62 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Bitteswell records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

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
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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 1 stations

Rugby Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lutterworth 0.9 miles Misterton 1.8 miles Cotesbach 1.9 miles Ashby Parva 2 miles Ullesthorpe 2.2 miles Walcote 2.2 miles Willey 2.6 miles Gilmorton 2.8 miles Little Walton 2.8 miles Claybrooke Parva 2.8 miles Claybrooke Magna 3.1 miles Kimcote 3.2 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