About Stretton en le Field

Stretton en le Field is a small village located in Leicestershire, England, within the postcode area DE12. The village features a mix of residential homes, local amenities, and open countryside. It is situated close to the River Mease, providing opportunities for walks and outdoor activities in the surrounding area. The village is primarily known for its community spirit and local events. Stretton en le Field has a church that serves as a focal point for residents, and there are several nearby farms that contribute to the rural landscape. The village is well-connected to larger towns, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider region of Leicestershire.

School Ratings in Stretton en le Field

Families in Stretton en le Field have access to 40 local schools. Pegasus School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Stretton en le Field

Homes sell for an average of £333K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £354K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Stretton en le Field

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Stretton en le Field, with 5 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Stretton en le Field

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Stretton en le Field 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Stretton en le Field

Stretton en le Field 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 3,298 sales

Average Price £333K
£1K — £78.73M
Detached £354K 1,482
Semi £209K 1,030
Terraced £165K 598
Flat £104K 38

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

29 Primary
2 Secondary
9 Other
Netherseal St Peter's CofE (C) Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Oakthorpe Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Measham Sure Start Children's Centre 1.9 miles Measham Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Donisthorpe Primary School Primary 2 miles St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Primary 2.1 miles Overseal Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Snarestone Church of England School Primary 2.8 miles Newton Regis CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Austrey CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Primary 3.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Stretton en le Field IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Stretton en le Field 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,096 Children (0-15) 17%
21,566 Working Age 62%
9,570 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.8% 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 Stretton en le Field 30 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Stretton en le Field 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.

11 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Other Theft
4 Public Order
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Drugs
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
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 2 stations

Polesworth Train Station 5.8 miles
Burton-On-Trent Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chilcote 1.2 miles Appleby Magna 1.4 miles Oakthorpe 1.8 miles Netherseal 1.8 miles Short Heath 1.9 miles Appleby Parva 1.9 miles Measham 2 miles Donisthorpe 2 miles No Man's Heath 2.2 miles Overseal 2.6 miles Moira 2.6 miles Snarestone 2.8 miles

Local Government

District North West Leicestershire
County Leicestershire
Ward Ashby Woulds
Constituency North West Leicestershire
Parish Ashby Woulds
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE12 30 shown View all streets

A42 1 Abney Crescent 1 Abney Drive 1 Abney Walk 1 Acresford Road 11 Albion Close 1 Alexandra Court 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alice Gardens 1 Amersham Way 1 Appleby Field Close 1 Appleby Lane 1 Appleby Magna Interchange 1 Ash Drive 1 Ashby Road 12 Ashfield Drive 1 Ashlar Drive 1 Ashley Close 1 Aspen Close 1 Atherstone Road 5 Austrey Road 1 B5004 2 Bailey Avenue 2 Barklam Close 1 Bath Lane 1 Bath Yard 2 Bells End Road 2 Bird's hill 2 Black Horse Hill 1 Blackfordby Lane 4

Postcodes in DE12 50 shown View all postcodes

DE12 6AA DE12 6AB DE12 6AD DE12 6AE DE12 6AF DE12 6AG DE12 6AH DE12 6AJ DE12 6AL DE12 6AN DE12 6AP DE12 6AQ DE12 6AR DE12 6AS DE12 6AT DE12 6AU DE12 6AW DE12 6AX DE12 6AY DE12 6AZ DE12 6BA DE12 6BB DE12 6BD DE12 6BE DE12 6BF DE12 6BG DE12 6BH DE12 6BJ DE12 6BL DE12 6BN DE12 6BP DE12 6BQ DE12 6BS DE12 6BU DE12 6BW DE12 6BX DE12 6BY DE12 6BZ DE12 6DA DE12 6DB DE12 6DD DE12 6DG DE12 6DH DE12 6DJ DE12 6DL DE12 6DN DE12 6DP DE12 6DQ DE12 6DS DE12 6DT