Welcome to Arnesby
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Arnesby is a village and civil parish in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England. Arnesby contains approximately 142 households with a population of about 357 (2011 census). The village is situated 8 miles (13 km) south-east of Leicester, on the Welford Road, between Kilby and Shearsby. The village's name means 'farm/settlement of Iarund or Erendi'. St Peter's Church, Arnesby dates from the early 12th century. The village also has a Baptist church which dates from the early 18th century. The Rev. Robert Hall was born at Arnesby in 1764 and lived at the Old Manse next door to the chapel where his father, Robert Hall, was pastor of the Baptist congregation. There is a Church of England primary school, a village hall and, since 2004, an Indian restaurant 'Little India' in a building formerly occupied by the Olde Cock Inn. Also in the area is a tank hangar which houses a large private collection of armoured fighting vehicles and artillery.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
572 hectares |
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Population |
351 (2021) |
Density |
61 people/km2 |
Mean age |
46.2 |
Ward |
Dunton |
District |
Harborough |
Postcodes |
LE8 |
ONS ID |
E04005400 |
Council
Contact details for Arnesby Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Arnesby Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Arnesby Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Arnesby Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Arnesby Parish.
Local News
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Good news in the latest food hygiene ratings for in the Harborough district
Published: 3rd Apr 2024
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More large properties planned for new 150-home estate in Leicestershire
Published: 11th Mar 2024
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Detailed Plans Submitted For 150 New Homes In Fleckney
Published: 16th Jul 2021