Oakthorpe is a small village in north‑west Leicestershire, offering a quiet rural setting within the DE 12 postal district. The area is characterised by traditional English village life and a close‑knit community.
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Oakthorpe is a village in north‑west Leicestershire, England. It lies within the DE 12 postal district and is part of the larger Swadlincote area. The settlement is described as a traditional village, suggesting a small, close‑knit community with rural character. The locality’s description and summary both identify it as a village, indicating a modest population and a likely focus on local amenities typical of rural English villages. Residents in Oakthorpe benefit from the village atmosphere while remaining connected to the wider district of Swadlincote. The setting offers a quiet, pastoral environment, with the postcode DE 12 providing a clear postal context for services and deliveries. Overall, Oakthorpe presents a straightforward, rural living experience within Leicestershire’s north‑west region.