As of November 2026 in the Leicester area (postal area code LE) we track a total of 865 sites, made up of 709 independent sites and 156 franchised sites. Of the 709 independent sites listed, 460 are SMR (service, maintenance and repair) sites and 226 are used car sites and 23 are combined sites.
Ford has the most franchise contracts of any brand in this area. Within the Leicester area there are a total of 100 brands represented by franchised sites. 105 franchised contracts are owned by 6 groups of which Sandicliffe is the largest.
Autosites is a powerful ally in any network planning analysis. It is also essential for undertaking competitor intelligence studies, comparing the landscape of franchised dealers against independent garages and their specific activities. Where they exist, social media accounts are included, enabling opportunities to gain insight for research and the competitive context of an area. This is particularly useful for marketing and relationship building.
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| Town | Independents |
|---|---|
| Leicester | 414 |
| Loughborough | 75 |
| Hinckley | 45 |
| Coalville | 37 |
| Melton Mowbray | 31 |
| Lutterworth | 21 |
| Market Harborough | 20 |
| Wigston | 15 |
| Oakham | 11 |
| + 17 more towns | 40 |