Oadby and Wigston Borough Council 

Welcome to Oadby and Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) – Your Local Authority in Leicester's Southeast!

Situated just southeast of Leicester City centre, Oadby and Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) is a compact yet accessible Local Authority. Encompassing the charming settlements of Oadby, Wigston, and South Wigston, our borough spans 9 ½ square miles and is home to approximately 57,000 residents.

While modest in size, the Borough boasts picturesque countryside to the south, including a delightful section of the Grand Union Canal at Kilby Bridge. Noteworthy landmarks within our community include Leicester University halls and Botanic Gardens, along with Leicester Racecourse positioned at the northern edge of the Borough.

Transportation is seamless with the A6 traversing Oadby, linking Leicester to Market Harborough. South Wigston hosts a convenient train station on the Leicester to Birmingham line, providing multiple daily stopping services. For those traveling by road, there are westbound routes connecting the Borough to the M1 at Fosse Park and eastwards towards the A47/A1.

Explore the possibilities in Oadby and Wigston – where small-town charm meets accessibility. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, our Borough welcomes you with open arms and a rich blend of natural beauty and urban convenience. Discover the best of both worlds in Oadby and Wigston!

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The Team

Teresa Neal - Strategic Director at Oadby & Wigston Borough Council

Teresa has worked for local government for over 18 ½ years in a variety of roles.  Prior to which she worked for the Civil Service, one of her roles included working with major businesses signing them up to the government’s programmes to tackle long term unemployment.

Since January 2023 she has worked at Oadby and Wigston Borough Council in the role of Strategic Director, this involves managing a range of services including Economic Regeneration, UKSPF Projects, Partnerships and Communications and Media to name but a few. She understands the value of working with all partners including local businesses to grow the economy of the area and encouraging new businesses and companies to the area.

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Adrian Thorpe - Head of The Built Environment at Oadby and Wigston Borough Council

Adrian Thorpe has worked at Oadby and Wigston Borough Council for over 20 years.

He is a professional town planner, with experience in strategic and local planning policy and development.

As well as the planning team, Adrian oversees the Economic Regeneration, Town Centre Management, Housing and Building Control services at Oadby and Wigston Borough Council.