About Barleythorpe

Barleythorpe is a small village located in the county of Rutland, in the East Midlands of England. It lies within the LE15 postcode area and is situated near the border with Leicestershire. The village is part of the civil parish of Barleythorpe and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. The surrounding landscape features open fields and scattered farmsteads, typical of the area’s agricultural heritage. The village is close to the A606 road, providing access to nearby towns such as Oakham and Uppingham. There are a few residential properties and a small number of local amenities, reflecting its quiet, community-focused nature. Barleythorpe remains a peaceful place, with a strong sense of local identity and a connection to the wider Rutland countryside.

School Ratings in Barleythorpe

Families in Barleythorpe have access to 15 local schools. Catmose College and Harington School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barleythorpe

Homes sell for an average of £383K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £499K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barleythorpe

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Barleythorpe, with 12 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barleythorpe

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barleythorpe 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 Barleythorpe

Barleythorpe 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 5,286 sales

Average Price £383K
£500 — £5.66M
Detached £499K 2,152
Semi £284K 1,061
Terraced £264K 1,247
Flat £184K 510

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
6 Other
Visions at Oakham 0.6 miles Catmose College Secondary Outstanding 0.6 miles Harington School 16 plus Outstanding 0.6 miles Brooke Priory School 0.8 miles Catmose Primary Primary Good 0.9 miles Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Oakham School 1.1 miles Oakham CofE Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Brooke Hill Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 1.4 miles The Shires at Oakham 1.4 miles The Grange Therapeutic School Good 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barleythorpe IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barleythorpe 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
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,535 Children (0-15) 16%
27,397 Working Age 58%
15,479 Older (60+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.5% 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 Barleythorpe 62 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Barleythorpe 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.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Shoplifting
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Other Theft
3 Public Order
2 Drugs
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Leicestershire Oakham Town and Barleythorpe Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Oakham 0.6 miles Langham 1.2 miles Cold Overton 2 miles Braunston-in-Rutland 2 miles Egleton 2.2 miles Brooke 2.5 miles Knossington 2.6 miles Burley 2.6 miles Gunthorpe 2.8 miles Ashwell 2.8 miles Whissendine 3.3 miles Barnsdale 3.7 miles

Local Government

District Rutland
County Leicestershire
Ward Oakham North East
Constituency Rutland and Melton
Parish Oakham
Region East Midlands

Streets in LE15 30 shown View all streets

A47 1 A606 2 Adderley Street 2 Aintree Avenue 1 Alder Close 1 Alexander Crescent 2 Allexton Hall Drive 1 Alpine Close 1 Alsthorpe Road 1 Alwyne Close 1 Ancaster Way 1 Angle Lane 2 Aris Close 1 Ascot Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ashfield 2 Ashwell Road 8 Audit Hall Road 2 Austhorp Grove 1 Avon Close 1 Ayston Road 3 B664 1 B668 1 B672 4 Back Lane 4 Back Road 1 Badgers Close 1 Balmoral Road 1 Banff Close 1 Barfield Steet 1

Postcodes in LE15 50 shown View all postcodes

LE15 0FH LE15 0GU LE15 0GY LE15 0SA LE15 0SB LE15 0SD LE15 0SE LE15 0SF LE15 0SG LE15 0SH LE15 0SJ LE15 0SL LE15 0SN LE15 0SP LE15 0SQ LE15 0SR LE15 0SS LE15 0ST LE15 0SW LE15 0ZZ LE15 6AA LE15 6AD LE15 6AE LE15 6AF LE15 6AG LE15 6AH LE15 6AJ LE15 6AL LE15 6AN LE15 6AQ LE15 6AR LE15 6AS LE15 6AU LE15 6AX LE15 6AY LE15 6AZ LE15 6BA LE15 6BB LE15 6BD LE15 6BE LE15 6BF LE15 6BG LE15 6BH LE15 6BJ LE15 6BL LE15 6BN LE15 6BP LE15 6BQ LE15 6BS LE15 6BT