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About Blaby
Blaby is a town located in Leicestershire, within the county of England. It lies in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Rutland. The town is part of the Blaby district, which includes several surrounding villages and rural areas. Blaby is situated close to the A511 road, providing access to nearby towns such as Leicester and Loughborough. The area has a mix of residential housing and open countryside, with local amenities including shops, schools, and community facilities. The postcode area for Blaby is LE8, which covers the town and its immediate surroundings. The town has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the medieval period. It remains a practical and accessible community within the wider Leicestershire region.
School Ratings in Blaby
Families in Blaby have access to 143 local schools. Kibworth Church of England Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blaby
Homes sell for an average of £321K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £409K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blaby
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Blaby, with 25 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Blaby
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blaby around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Blaby
There are 23 GP surgeries within three miles of Blaby, the nearest being Hazelmere Medical Centre (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Blaby
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Property Prices 6,094 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LE8 postcode area.
Household Income in Blaby ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blaby is approximately £59,818 a year before tax, 8% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,420. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,420.
Businesses in Blaby ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,699 active businesses based in Blaby, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blaby IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Blaby are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Blaby 167 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Blaby is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Blaby
Of the 16,927 households in and around Blaby, 79% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 11% 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 Blaby.