Saffron, Leicester
Key facts
Saffron is a UK electoral ward in Leicester. Saffron's housing is some of the most affordable around. Terraces average £182,600 and semis come in at £222,500 — both well below what you'd pay in Castle or Knighton.
About Saffron
Saffron's housing is some of the most affordable around. Terraces average £182,600 and semis come in at £222,500 — both well below what you'd pay in Castle or Knighton. Crime's dropped dramatically in 2026, falling from around 187 per 1,000 people to roughly 85, which puts it close to the UK average now.
Schools here do well. Hazel Community Primary sits locally, and there are two nearby Outstanding-rated academies too. The neighbourhood's settled and long-term, with plenty of families and social tenants rather than short-term renters.
You've got transport links, GPs, dentists and everyday shops all within easy reach. Transport costs and council tax are lower than many neighbourhoods, which adds to the appeal if you're after somewhere quieter but still well-connected on Leicester's edge.
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