Little Dalby, Melton Mowbray, LE14 2BQ

Little Dalby is a village in Leicestershire, England, situated within the Melton district and part of the parish of Burton and Dalby. The settlement lies approximately four miles (6 km) south‑east of the market town of Melton Mowbray. Historically, it was a separate civil parish until 1936 when it was merged to form Burton and Dalby. In 1931 the parish recorded a population of 118 residents, reflecting a small, close‑knit community. The village is located in the postal district LE 14, placing it within the broader Leicestershire region. As part of the county, it shares the rural character typical of Leicestershire villages, with a landscape that is predominantly agricultural and open countryside. The local identity is tied to its historical parish status and its proximity to the larger town of Melton Mowbray, which provides wider amenities and services.