Built-up area in North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.691, -1.397 |
|---|---|
| OS grid ref: | SK 40 10 |
| Population: | 5,650 |
| Dialling code: | 01530 (Coalville) |
Ibstock is a former coal‑mining and clay‑working village in the district of North West Leicestershire, in the county of Leicestershire, England. It grew in the 19th and 20th centuries around brickworks and pits - the local clay gave rise to a well‑known brickmaking industry that still influences the landscape and economy today.
The village sits within easy reach of larger towns such as Coalville and Ashby‑de‑la‑Zouch and is within commuting distance of Leicester and Derby, with pockets of new planting as part of the nearby National Forest. Community life is centred on local schools, clubs and sports teams, and there are walking routes and green spaces that reflect its mix of industrial heritage and ongoing rural regeneration.