Stathern, Melton Mowbray, LE14 4EY

Stathern lies within the Borough of Melton, a local government district that holds borough status in north‑eastern Leicestershire, England. The district derives its name from its principal town, Melton Mowbray, and encompasses a number of villages and surrounding rural areas, including Stathern. The north of the district extends into part of the Vale of Belvoir. Melton is noted for being the least populous district of its type and the fourth least populous district in England overall. The borough’s description highlights its rural character and the small communities that make up its makeup. As a locality within this district, Stathern benefits from the administrative structure and community identity that the Borough of Melton provides.