About Knaptoft

Knaptoft is a small village located in Leicestershire, England, within the postal area of LE17. It is situated near the larger village of Lutterworth, which offers additional amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Knaptoft is also close to several major roads, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. The village has a local community that engages in various activities, contributing to a sense of belonging among residents.

School Ratings in Knaptoft

Families in Knaptoft have access to 16 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Knaptoft

Homes sell for an average of £723K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £436K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Knaptoft

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Knaptoft, with 8 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Knaptoft

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Knaptoft among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Knaptoft

Knaptoft benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

11 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Arnesby Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Fleckney Sure Start Children's Centre 2.8 miles The Lady Byron School Good 2.9 miles Fleckney Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Husbands Bosworth Church of England Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Gilmorton Chandler Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Kilby St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 3.7 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, North Kilworth Primary 4 miles Kibworth Mead Academy Secondary Good 4.3 miles Kibworth Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.5 miles Foxton Primary School Primary 4.6 miles Greenfield Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Knaptoft IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Knaptoft experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

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 Knaptoft 62 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Knaptoft are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

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
Leicestershire Lutterworth Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Market Harborough Train Station 7.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shearsby 0.6 miles Bruntingthorpe 1.2 miles Mowsley 1.2 miles Upper Bruntingthorpe 1.4 miles Laughton 1.9 miles Arnesby 2 miles Walton 2.2 miles Saddington 2.2 miles Peatling Parva 2.5 miles Peatling Magna 2.6 miles Fleckney 2.8 miles Kimcote 3.1 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