LE5 in Leicester has demonstrated modest price appreciation with a five-year compound annual growth rate of 0.7%, whilst rental returns have outpaced capital growth at 5.6% annually over the same period. The district is currently in an active gentrification phase, with population expansion of 2.3% over five years indicating steady demographic growth. The trajectory score of 53.0/100 positions LE5 in the 67th percentile nationally, suggesting performance in the upper-middle range relative to UK postcode districts. The divergence between rental and price growth rates reflects the rental-focused character of the local market, which may appeal to investors prioritising yield over capital gains. Population stability and rental momentum provide some context for evaluating medium-term market dynamics in this East Midlands location.
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- 1Property prices up 0.1% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.6% per year
- 3Population growing at 2.3% per year
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What's changing in Leicester · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.3 points this month to 53/100, driven mainly by safety.
Leicester (LE5) common questions
Is Leicester up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Leicester (LE5) as Active. Its trajectory score is 53/100 (Strong), in the top 35% of districts nationally. The score is down 0.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Leicester safe?
Leicester has a safety score of 68/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Leicester?
The average property price in Leicester (LE5) is £252k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.1% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Leicester?
The median monthly rent in Leicester (LE5) is £950 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Leicester?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Leicester (LE1), Leicester (LE2), Leicester (LE4), Leicester (LE7), Leicester (LE3). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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