Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 12,184
Population Density 143 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 6,117
Male Population 6,067
Median Age 35.87 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 86%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College SOUTH COLLEGE-ASHEVILLE
Distance to SOUTH COLLEGE-ASHEVILLE 10 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College UNIVERSITY OF NC ASHEVILLE
Distance to UNIVERSITY OF NC ASHEVILLE 12 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 4,925
Family Households 3,375
Average Family Size 3.06
Average Household Income $44,599
Median Household Income $43,827
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 86%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.48
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.87
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.69
Murder Risk (County) 0.75
Rape Risk (County) 0.68
Robbery Risk 0.60
Assault Risk (County) 0.67
Property Risk (County) 0.93
Burglary Risk (County) 1.19
Larceny Risk (County) 0.90
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.64

Environment

Average July High Temperature 84.9° F
Average January Low Temperature 21° F
Annual Precipitation 40.26 inches
Air Pollution Index 97% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6.75%
Nearest Airport ASHEVILLE REGIONAL
Distance to ASHEVILLE REGIONAL 21 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team ASHEVILLE TOURISTS (A)
Distance to ASHEVILLE TOURISTS (A) 13 Miles

  
  School Information
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LEICESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 531 GILBERT RD, LEICESTER, NC 28748
 
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  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
28748219$140,000$164,920
Displaying 1-10 of 31 in $200-500k range
Home on the Range!Enjoy year round 180 degree panoramic views of mountains & roaming buffalo.Unique log home with rustic contemporary addition.Great room with vaulted ceilings & massive stone fireplace.Large country kitchen/work island,exposed beams and woodstove.Formal dining. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths,master on main.Den & full bath on lower level.Approx 5 1/2 acres,outbuilding,covered front porch & 76' x 12' deck.
 96 RETTA LANE
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$448,000

New construction on 1.5 acre lot w/yr round views. Built w/true craftsmanship, this mountain home features 10 unique hardwoods in its construction, 1100? of covered deck & open floor plan w/aster BR on main. Oversized detached garage will make a perfect workshop while storing 2 vehicles. Other features include 30yr arch. shingles, 9? ceilings & double hung windows. Only 20 mins from Asheville!
 14 MERRELL ROAD
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$399,500

Builder Home-quality throughout, hardwood floors, nice crown moldings, open floor plan. Upgrades in kitchen include granite counter tops, beautiful cabinets, stainless appliances & breakfast nook that leads to covered deck area. Master w/tray ceiling, his & hers closets & juccuzi. Bonus room over garage creates fun recreation room or den. Two gas fireplaces. Brick exterior, county living w/subdivision protections & nice mountain views.
 122 BIG SKY DRIVE
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$395,000

Brand new home in new neighborhood.  Great front porch, open floor plan, eat-in kitchen.  Master BR on main w/corner jetted tub.  LL features a family room as well as large bedroom w/connecting bath.  Nice view from rear deck.  Builder offering 6 month free horse boarding.
 60 BEAR CREEK HILLS DRIVE
 Leicester, NC 28748
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$375,000

Wonderful brand new 4 bedroom home in new neighborhood.  Great front proch with nice view, open floor plan, eat-in kitchen.  Master BR on main with jetted tub, seperate shower, 2 sinks & walk-in closet.  Hardwood floors throughout living areas.  Large formal dining room with bay window.  Lower level features a family room as well as large bedroom and full bath. Builder offering 6 mos free horse boarding.
 7 SPRING OAK COURT
 Leicester, NC 28748
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$370,000

-PLEASE REMOVE SHOES. Lovely Setting - Immaculate Home.  European Mountain Chalet.  Open living - many South facing windows. Must see views.  Curved stone FP, Brazillian cherry living & dining room floor.  Gourmet kitchen, breakfast nook.  Pantry - large deck.  PRIVATE.
 218 POTATO BRANCH ROAD
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$365,000

This is it! One level living with wonderful open floor plan, hardwoods and ceramic tile. Large kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops and eat-at island. Cozy fireplaces in both the formal living room and family room. Relax on the private, covered back porch and deck area. There is ample storage as well as workshop area. Large lot and only 15 minutes to downtown!
 116 SHADOW VIEW DRIVE
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$357,900

Asheville`s `one of a kind` no maintenance community is now open! This gated 103 unit community offers spectacular views from all sites,trails,pond,stream and 40 acre private park. Community center offers:pool,tennis courts,fitness center and more.Choose from 4 house plans.Top quality construction with most desirable upgrades standard. 10 mi from downtown Asheville. Single family but classified as condo-details provided by LA
 LOT 32 ROSE HILL PLANTATION
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$357,000

Asheville`s `one of a kind` no maintenance community is now open! This gated 103 unit community offers spectacular views from all sites,trails,pond,stream and 40 acre private park. Community center offers:pool,tennis courts,fitness center and more.Choose from 4 house plans.Top quality construction with most desirable upgrades standard. 10 mi from downtown Asheville. Single family but classified as condo-details provided by LA
 LOT 27 ROSE HILL PLANTATION
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$350,000

Asheville`s `one of a kind` no maintenance community is now open! This gated 103 unit community offers spectacular views from all sites,trails,pond,stream and 40 acre private park. Community center offers:pool,tennis courts,fitness center and more.Choose from 4 house plans.Top quality construction with most desirable upgrades standard. 10 mi from downtown Asheville. Single family but classified as condo-details provided by LA
 LOT 99 ROSE HILL PLANTATION
 Leicester, NC 28748
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$337,000
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