Thurmaston, Leicester, LE4 8GT

Thurmaston is a village and civil parish in Leicestershire, England, located within the Borough of Charnwood. At the 2011 census, it had a population of 9,668. The village is pronounced "Thurmston" and is situated in the LE 4 postcode district. As a civil parish, Thurmaston offers a small‑town feel while being part of the broader Leicestershire region. The local community is supported by the village’s own amenities and its proximity to larger towns in the borough. Residents benefit from the sense of community typical of a village setting, with local governance and services tied to the borough structure. The area is represented by its own civil parish council, ensuring that local concerns are addressed within the broader context of Leicestershire and the Borough of Charnwood.