Blaby

Blaby is a village and civil parish in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England. It lies to the south-west of Leicester, about four miles from the city centre, and is part of the Greater Leicester area. The parish covers the village of Blaby and surrounding rural land. The population is in the low thousands.

The settlement has medieval origins, with agriculture long underpinning its local economy. The parish church and other historic buildings reflect its long-standing presence in the region.

Blaby is governed at the local level by Blaby Parish Council. District affairs are handled by Blaby District Council, while Leicestershire County Council provides county-level services such as education, transportation, and planning.

Historically rural, Blaby today is largely residential with a range of shops, services, and pubs that serve residents. The surrounding countryside includes farmland and small-scale businesses in outlying areas.

Blaby is connected by road to Leicester and nearby towns, and is served by local bus routes. The nearest railway station is in Narborough, offering services to Leicester, Birmingham, and other destinations. The village has a primary school; secondary education is typically provided in nearby towns.