£1.75m plan for final Granby Street revamp in Leicester
Leicester's final £1.75m Granby Street revamp could begin in early 2027, with new vehicle restrictions and crossings proposed.
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Leicester incident today: confirmed updates or unverified reports?
A roundup of confirmed Leicester incident reports from Leicestershire Police and local authorities, with clear locations, timing, and any official safety advice,…
Thousands gather on Leicester’s Golden Mile for Diwali celebrations
Thousands celebrated Diwali on Leicester's Golden Mile as Diwali Village returned to Cossington Recreation Ground after a scaled-back 2025.
Northampton beat Leicester 39-19 in PREM Rugby Cup but lose Weimann to injury
Leicester Tigers lost 39-19 at Northampton in the PREM Rugby Cup on Friday night, with Saints scrum-half Jonny Weimann forced off injured.
Narborough’s Copt Oak reopens after £300,000 sports pub revamp
The Copt Oak in Narborough has reopened after a £300,000 refurbishment, with sports screens, new games facilities and a refreshed menu.
Nando’s applies to alter former Pizza Hut at Thurmaston Shopping Centre
Nando’s Chickenland Ltd has applied to alter the former Pizza Hut unit at Thurmaston Shopping Centre, with outdoor seating and a delivery…
Loughborough canal bridge work questioned by Great Central Railway shareholders
Four Great Central Railway shareholders question unfinished work on the Loughborough canal bridge. Management says it is in good order and the…
The essentials
Man dies in Chesterfield Road crash in Leicester; 29-year-old arrested
A man died in a crash on Chesterfield Road, Leicester, on Saturday 7 November. A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of…
24-hour Evington Road gambling venue plan raises local concerns
A proposed 24-hour gambling venue on Evington Road has drawn objections. Leicester City Council aims to decide the application by 31 December.
Cheap hotels in Leicester town centre: lower room rate or lower total cost?
A lower room rate isn’t always cheaper. To find cheap hotels in Leicester town centre, compare total payable price, exact location, room…
Leicester · Key figures
- Population
- 368,600 residents
- Area
- 73.3 km²
- Population density
- 5,027 per km²
- Postcode districts
- 15 postcodes
Data: Wikidata, GeoNames
Leicester from A to Z
- Cafés 114
- Dentists 23
- GP surgeries and doctors 27
- Hairdressers and barbers 96
- Hotels 27
- Pharmacies 34
- Restaurants 170
Neighbourhoods
News
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Leicester helicopter crash recordings disputed in £2.15bn High Court claim
Leonardo wants flight and cockpit recordings from the Leicester City helicopter crash as it defends a £2.15bn claim by Vichai's family.
Homes & jobs
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354 homes approved on empty brownfield site at Charles Bennion Walk
Plans for 311 apartments and 43 houses on the former BUSM site in Waterside, Leicester, have been approved by the developer Trafalgar…
Everyday life
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Leicester road closures and bus diversions for 15 November Nagar Kirtan
Rolling road closures and temporary bus diversions will affect Leicester on 15 November as the Nagar Kirtan procession crosses the city.
Shops & business
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Christmas in Leicester Square: market browsing or a booked night out?
Christmas in Leicester Square mixes the festive market, La Clique performances and ice skating—but dates and ticketing aren’t interchangeable. Choose your attraction…
Areas & nearby
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Which Leicester postcode do you need? District counts, address checks and coverage
Leicester’s postcode districts total 15 codes. Understand what this count does (and doesn’t) tell you, then learn how to verify the right…
Sport
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Leicester City face Oxford City as 135 extra away tickets are released
Leicester City face Oxford City in the FA Cup on Friday, with 135 extra away tickets released and the match live on…
Leicester in numbers
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What is Leicester’s population? City totals, growth and density
Leicester’s population was 368,600 in 2021. Discover how the city grew from 2011 to 2021, plus its density of 5,027 residents per…
