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Location in LeicestershireCrown Hills sits where the marker shows within the county.

98,553
Population
28,977
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£46,355
Avg. household income
3,074
Businesses
4,890
People per km²
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About Crown Hills

Crown Hills is located in Leicestershire, England, within the postcode area LE5. This residential area features a mix of housing types, including modern developments and older properties. The local amenities cater to everyday needs, with shops, schools, and parks available for residents.

The area is well-connected to nearby Leicester city centre, making it accessible for those commuting or seeking additional services and entertainment options. Crown Hills is also home to various community activities, which provide opportunities for social engagement among residents. The surrounding landscape includes green spaces, offering a pleasant environment for outdoor activities.

School Ratings in Crown Hills

There are 216 schools in and around Crown Hills. Land of Learning Primary School and Ash Field Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 26 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Crown Hills

The average property price is £260K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £210K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Crown Hills

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Crown Hills, with 197 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Crown Hills

Crown Hills falls within the more deprived areas of England, 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 below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Crown Hills

There are 79 GP surgeries within three miles of Crown Hills, the nearest being Integrated Community Diabetes Service (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Crown Hills

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Property Prices 6,480 sales

Average Price £260K
£500 , £10.58M
Detached £359K 1,204
Semi £262K 2,255
Terraced £210K 2,279
Flat £120K 493

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

115 Primary
29 Secondary
72 Other
Outstanding 4
Good 26

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LE5 postcode area.

Rowlatts Hill Children's Centre 0.1 miles Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy Primary Good 0.1 miles Ash Field Academy Not applicable Outstanding 0.5 miles Al-Aqsa Schools Trust Not applicable Good 0.5 miles Krishna Avanti Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Whitehall Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Oaklands School Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Thurnby Lodge Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Thurnby Mead Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles Linden Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Crown Hills Community College Secondary 0.8 miles

Household Income in Crown Hills ONS 2023

The average total household income in Crown Hills is approximately £46,355 a year before tax, 16% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,136. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Crown Hills £46,355
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,136.

Businesses in Crown Hills ONS 2025

There are approximately 3,074 active businesses based in Crown Hills, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 38 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

3,074 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Crown Hills IMD 2025

Crown Hills falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 24%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 12%
23,252 Children (0-15) 24%
62,971 Working Age 64%
12,329 Older (65+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 49.9% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 38.4% 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 Crown Hills 1,333 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crown Hills sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 487
Anti-Social Behaviour 197
Public Order 137
Criminal Damage & Arson 107
Shoplifting 90
Other Theft 82
Vehicle Crime 78
Burglary 38
Drugs 34
Other Crime 23
Bicycle Theft 21
Robbery 20
Theft from Person 12
Weapons 7
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 4.2 miles
Sileby Train Station 6.8 miles
Barrow-Upon-Soar Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Evington 0.6 miles Humberstone 0.6 miles Evington 0.6 miles Spinney Hills 1.2 miles Highfields 1.2 miles Thurnby 1.2 miles Scraptoft 1.4 miles Nether Hall 1.4 miles Stoneygate 1.8 miles Stoughton 1.8 miles Bushby 1.9 miles Belgrave 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Leicester
County Leicestershire
Ward North Evington
Constituency Leicester East
Parish Leicester, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Crown Hills

Of the 30,890 households in and around Crown Hills, 58% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 24% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 58% Social rented 18% Private rented 24%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Crown Hills.

Frequently Asked Questions about Crown Hills

What is the population of Crown Hills?
Crown Hills has a population of approximately 98,553 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Crown Hills?
The average property in and around Crown Hills sold for about £260,070, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 26% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Crown Hills a deprived area?
Crown Hills sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Crown Hills?
Crown Hills is covered by the LE5 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Crown Hills?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Crown Hills, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Crown Hills?
The nearest railway station to Crown Hills is Syston Train Station, about 4.2 miles away.

Streets in LE5 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Close 1 Abbots Road North 2 Abbotsford Road 1 Abelia Close 1 Abney Street 3 Aintree Close 1 Albermarle Close 1 Alcester Drive 2 Aldfield Green 1 Aldgate Avenue 1 Allinson Close 2 Ambassador Road 6 Ampleforth Lane 1 Amyson Road 2 Antringham Close 1 Archway Road 2 Armadale Drive 4 Armadale Green 1 Arncliffe Road 3 Asfordby Street 4 Ash Street 1 Ashby Glade 1 Ashover Road 2 Ashtree Road 1 Atkinson Street 1 Attlebridge Close 1 Austin Rise 1 Averil Road 4 Avoca Close 1 Avonside Drive 1

Postcodes in LE5 50 shown View all postcodes

LE5 0AA LE5 0AE LE5 0AF LE5 0AG LE5 0AH LE5 0AJ LE5 0AL LE5 0AN LE5 0AP LE5 0AQ LE5 0AR LE5 0AT LE5 0AU LE5 0AW LE5 0AY LE5 0AZ LE5 0BA LE5 0BB LE5 0BD LE5 0BF LE5 0BG LE5 0BH LE5 0BJ LE5 0BL LE5 0BN LE5 0BP LE5 0BQ LE5 0BR LE5 0BS LE5 0BT LE5 0BU LE5 0BW LE5 0BX LE5 0BY LE5 0DA LE5 0DE LE5 0DF LE5 0DG LE5 0DL LE5 0DN LE5 0DP LE5 0DQ LE5 0DT LE5 0DU LE5 0DW LE5 0EA LE5 0EB LE5 0ED LE5 0EE LE5 0EF