Loughborough on the map

Loughborough built-up area

Built-up area15.8 km² (6.1 sq mi)

Location in LeicestershireLoughborough sits where the marker shows within the county.

134,051
Population
48,205
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£55,480
Avg. household income
4,762
Businesses
537
People per km²
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About Loughborough

Loughborough is a market town located in Leicestershire, England, with the postcode area of LE11. It is known for its historical significance and is home to Loughborough University, which is renowned for its engineering and technology courses. The town features a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to both locals and visitors. The weekly market, held in the town centre, offers a range of goods from fresh produce to handmade crafts.

The town also has several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Notable landmarks include the Loughborough Carillon, a war memorial and bell tower, and the Great Central Railway, which is the only double track heritage railway in the UK. Loughborough's location makes it easily accessible, with good transport links to nearby cities such as Leicester and Nottingham.

School Ratings in Loughborough

There are 66 schools in and around Loughborough. Ashmount School and Nanpantan Hall Nurture Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Loughborough

The average property price is £293K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £380K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Loughborough

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Loughborough, with 116 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Loughborough

Loughborough 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 Loughborough

There are 20 GP surgeries within three miles of Loughborough, the nearest being Lcr Community Drug Team 1 (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Loughborough

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Property Prices 19,242 sales

Average Price £293K
£250 , £119M
Detached £380K 6,533
Semi £232K 5,926
Terraced £197K 4,559
Flat £152K 1,406

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

34 Primary
8 Secondary
24 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 16

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LE11 postcode area.

ASPIRE: Lifeskills Not applicable Good 0.1 miles Fairfield Prep School Not applicable 0.2 miles Loughborough Church of England Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Loughborough West Sure Start Children's Centre 0.3 miles Limehurst Academy Secondary Good 0.3 miles Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School, Loughborough Primary Good 0.3 miles Cobden Sure Start Children's Centre 0.3 miles Cobden Primary School & Community Centre Primary 0.3 miles Sense College Loughborough Not applicable 0.3 miles Loughborough Grammar School Not applicable 0.4 miles Loughborough High School Not applicable 0.4 miles Loughborough College 16 plus 0.5 miles

Household Income in Loughborough ONS 2023

The average total household income in Loughborough is approximately £55,480 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,611. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Loughborough £55,480
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,611.

Businesses in Loughborough ONS 2025

There are approximately 4,762 active businesses based in Loughborough, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 106 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

4,762 Total businesses
36 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Loughborough IMD 2025

Loughborough 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 66%
Older 65+ 18%
21,683 Children (0-15) 16%
88,537 Working Age 66%
23,798 Older (65+) 18%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.3% 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 Loughborough 591 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Loughborough sit broadly in line with national averages for a city 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 147
Shoplifting 116
Anti-Social Behaviour 111
Criminal Damage & Arson 57
Public Order 43
Other Theft 29
Burglary 18
Vehicle Crime 17
Drugs 15
Bicycle Theft 12
Weapons 8
Other Crime 7
Robbery 6
Theft from Person 5
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 4 stations

Barrow-Upon-Soar Train Station 3 miles
Sileby Train Station 5 miles
Syston Train Station 7.5 miles
Attenborough Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shelthorpe 1.2 miles Cotes 1.4 miles Thorpe Acre 1.4 miles Woodthorpe 1.4 miles Dishley 1.8 miles Stanford on Soar 2 miles Nanpantan 2.2 miles Woodhouse 2.6 miles Stanford Hills 2.6 miles Quorn or Quorndon 2.6 miles Quorndon or Quorn 2.6 miles Hathern 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Charnwood
County Leicestershire
Ward Loughborough Hastings
Constituency Loughborough
Parish Charnwood, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Loughborough

Of the 53,063 households in and around Loughborough, 68% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 13% Private rented 19%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Loughborough

What is the population of Loughborough?
Loughborough has a population of approximately 134,051 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Loughborough?
The average property in and around Loughborough sold for about £293,028, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 16% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Loughborough a deprived area?
Loughborough sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Loughborough?
Loughborough is covered by the LE11, LE12 postcode districts.
How many schools are there in Loughborough?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Loughborough, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Loughborough?
The nearest railway station to Loughborough is Barrow-Upon-Soar Train Station, about 3 miles away.

Streets in Loughborough 30 shown View all streets

A46 1 A6 3 Abberton Way 2 Abbey Close 1 Acer Close 1 Adcocks Close 1 Admiral Close 1 Aerodrome Close 2 Afton Close 1 Ainsworth Drive 1 Aitken Way 1 Alan Moss Road 7 Alan Turing Road 1 Albany Street 1 Albert Avenue 1 Albert Promenade 6 Albert Street 1 Albion Road 1 Alder Road 1 Alexander Road 1 Alford Way 1 Alfred Street 2 All Saints View 2 Allen Avenue 1 Allendale Road 2 Alston Drive 1 Althorpe Drive 2 Ambleside Close 1 Amis Close 1 Anchor Close 1

Postcodes in Loughborough 50 shown View all postcodes

LE11 1AB LE11 1AD LE11 1AE LE11 1AF LE11 1AG LE11 1AH LE11 1AJ LE11 1AL LE11 1AN LE11 1AP LE11 1AQ LE11 1AR LE11 1AS LE11 1AT LE11 1AU LE11 1AW LE11 1AX LE11 1AY LE11 1AZ LE11 1BA LE11 1BB LE11 1BD LE11 1BE LE11 1BF LE11 1BG LE11 1BH LE11 1BJ LE11 1BL LE11 1BN LE11 1BP LE11 1BQ LE11 1BS LE11 1BT LE11 1BU LE11 1BW LE11 1BX LE11 1BY LE11 1BZ LE11 1DA LE11 1DB LE11 1DD LE11 1DE LE11 1DF LE11 1DG LE11 1DH LE11 1DJ LE11 1DL LE11 1DN LE11 1DP LE11 1DQ