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.
Postcode districts in Leicestershire
| District | Post town | Postcodes | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.