Leicestershire Postcodes County

Leicestershire is a county in the East Midlands of England, known for its gently rolling countryside, market towns and long standing agricultural traditions. The landscape is largely rural, shaped by farmland, river valleys and small wooded areas, giving much of the county a settled and balanced feel. Its central location has historically supported trade and movement, while allowing communities to develop at a steady pace.

The county includes towns such as Leicester, Loughborough, Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray and Hinckley, each contributing to local life in different ways. Leicester serves as the main urban centre, supporting industry, education and services, while surrounding towns and villages retain strong local identities. Market towns continue to play an important role, linking rural communities with employment, retail and public services.

Leicestershire benefits from access to open countryside, rivers and country parks that support walking and outdoor recreation. Farming, food production and light industry remain important parts of the local economy, alongside modern employment and commuting. Overall, Leicestershire offers a calm mix of rural landscape, historic settlement and everyday working life, giving it a steady and well established character within England.

29,507
Postcodes
32
Districts
1,214,172
Population
England
Country

Postcode districts in Leicestershire

DistrictPost townPostcodesPopulation
LE2 Leicester 2,058 119,003
LE4 Leicester 1,849 96,921
LE3 Leicester 1,837 101,091
LE12 Loughborough 1,556 61,909
LE67 Coalville, Ibstock, Markfield 1,515 58,824
LE5 Leicester 1,456 85,629
LE9 Leicester 1,260 55,170
LE11 Loughborough 1,220 60,318
LE7 Leicester 1,195 44,745
LE10 Hinckley 1,159 47,511
LE15 Oakham 1,101 32,521
DE11 Swadlincote 1,061 43,750
LE16 Market Harborough 1,038 34,458
LE8 Leicester 876 34,954
NG11 Nottingham 875 37,614
LE17 Lutterworth 814 20,773
LE18 Wigston 758 32,873
LE1 Leicester 700 13,369
NG13 Nottingham 684 21,475
CV9 Atherstone 682 21,268
LE14 Melton Mowbray 662 17,268
LE13 Melton Mowbray 630 27,092
NG32 Grantham 619 12,992
DE12 Swadlincote 566 20,693
DE73 Derby 518 19,046
LE19 Leicester 496 14,788
LE65 Ashby-de-la-Zouch 471 14,162
NG33 Grantham 461 9,709
DE72 Derby 451 20,453
CV13 Nuneaton 359 10,552
DE74 Derby 328 11,268
LE6 Leicester 252 11,973

Frequently asked questions

How many postcodes are in Leicestershire?

There are approximately 29,507 postcodes in Leicestershire.

How many postcode districts are in Leicestershire?

Leicestershire contains 32 postcode districts.

What is the population of Leicestershire?

The postcode districts in Leicestershire have a combined population of about 1,214,172.