What is the poshest area in Leicestershire?

Newtown Linford and Rothley are widely considered the poshest, most exclusive areas in Leicestershire, frequently featuring in lists of high-value homes, with The Ridgeway in Rothley and Warren Hill in Newtown Linford ranking among the most expensive streets. These areas boast large, luxurious, tree-lined properties, close proximity to Bradgate Park, and high-end living.

What is the most expensive street in Leicestershire?

The Ridgeway in Rothley in Leicestershire wins and is said to have an average property value of £1.9m! The average price paid for homes in The Ridgeway in the last year was £1,462,500. The current average value in the road is said to be £1,868,150.

What is the best area to live in Leicestershire?

Best Places To Live In Leicestershire

• Little Bowden.
• Rothley.
• Syston.

Who are the richest people in Leicestershire?

You can view The Sunday Times' full list of the East Midlands' wealthiest people and families below:

• Mike Ashley. Regional Rank : 1. ...
• John Bloor. Regional Rank : 2. ...
• Viscount Portman and family. ...
• Sir Will Adderley and family. ...
• The Duke of Devonshire. ...
• The Kirkland family. ...
• Freddie Linnett and the Murphy family. ...
• David Wilson and family.

What is the most posh town in England?

The Telegraph named Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire the poshest place in the UK. It said: 'A town best known for its Royal Regatta is surely the definition of posh.

Top 10 PRETTIEST Towns in LEICESTERSHIRE

What is the best street in Leicester?

Located in the heart of Stoneygate, Knighton Drive and Southernhay Road are two of Leicester's most admired addresses. These wide, tree-lined streets are known for their grand period homes, deep plots, and unmistakable charm.

What are the nice villages in Leicestershire?

The county of Leicestershire boasts some of the best towns including Loughborough, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Melton Mowbray, and Market Harborough. Don't miss Lavenham, Cropston, Newtown Linford, Saddington, and Rothley's villages if visiting Leicestershire.

What is the poorest area in Leicester?

While specific "most deprived" areas shift, neighbourhoods like Saffron Lane, Braunstone, New Parks, Eyres Monsell, and Highfields consistently rank among Leicester's most deprived based on UK Indices of Multiple Deprivation, facing issues like income, education, and crime, with Saffron Lane estate seeing recent targeted policing efforts due to organized crime.
 

Where is the safest place to live in Leicestershire?

There are safer parts of Leicestershire, identified using the same Crime Risk measurement, starting with Market Harborough which ranks as the safest area in Leicestershire, followed up by Loughborough in second place, and Melton Mowbray in third place.

What celebrities live in Leicester?

21 OF THE MOST FAMOUS PEOPLE ASSOCIATED WITH LEICESTER

• 21 Famous People Associated with Leicester.
• #1 Alice Hawkins.
• #2 Lady Jane Grey.
• #3 Martin Johnson.
• #4 Gary Linekar.
• #5 Gok Wan.
• #6 Joe Orton.
• #7 Engelbert Humperdink.

Where do most billionaires live in the UK?

When it comes to luxury, Knightsbridge is unmatched. Home to Harrods, Hyde Park and some of the city's most elegant residences, this area is a magnet for international billionaires, celebrities and royals alike. Properties here routinely fetch £20 million or more, making it one of the priciest addresses in the world.

What is the biggest ethnic group in Leicester?

In Leicester City, no one ethnic group is in the majority. The White British (45%) and Indian (28%) are the largest ethnic groups. The remainder of the population comprises a diverse mix of ethnic groups, including White Other (5%), Asian Other (4%), African (4%) and Pakistani (2%).

What part of England has the nicest people?

Liverpool, England

Yet another survey found that Liverpool was the UK's kindest city, where locals were most likely to perform random acts of kindness.

What's the poshest county in the UK?

Topping the list with a perfect score is Surrey. As the most costly county on our list, the average home here runs over £600,000, making it no surprise that there are over 120 independent schools, 128 golf clubs, and 28 riding schools.

What is the best place to live in Leicestershire?

New data has revealed the best place to live in Leicestershire. The research is based on 11 different factors including crime and house prices, which revealed Melton is at the top of the list.

What are the pretty villages in Leicestershire?

Uncover our Beautiful Market towns

• Ashby de la Zouch. With a name that conjures the exotic French Riviera, Ashby de la Zouch is actually the quintessentia…
• Kibworth. ...
• Loughborough. ...
• Lutterworth. ...
• Market Bosworth. ...
• Market Harborough. ...
• Melton Mowbray. ...
• Charnwood Forest.

What are the nice parts of Leicester?

Popular areas to live in Leicester

• Birstall.
• Blaby.
• Broughton Astley.
• Groby.

What is the highest village in Leicestershire?

Welcome to Tilton on the Hill

Tilton on the Hill is a small but thriving village in East Leicestershire. Situated 215m (about 700') above sea level, Tilton is the highest village in the surrounding area.