Leicester is a city and unitary authority area located in the East Midlands of England. It serves as the county town of Leicestershire and is currently the largest city within the East Midlands region.
As of 2024, the city has a population of 388,348, while the greater Leicester urban area reached a population of 559,017 in 2021. These figures place it as the 11th most populous city in England and the 13th most populous in the United Kingdom.
The city has been recognized for its economic performance, ranking as the best place to live and work in the East Midlands for three consecutive years according to the Good Growth for Cities Index. In 2024, it was rated as the best performing city in the East Midlands and ranked 20th overall among 52 UK cities.