It is in the Blaby local government district, just over 6 miles (9.7 km) west of the City of Leicester.

[4] It is later recorded in 1270 that Thurlaston fell under the ownership of Robert de Champaine, who controlled the land under the pretence of a Knight's fee allocated to him by the King.

However, as of 1881's Census a more detailed classification of resident occupation was carried out, revealing 90% of industry being directly related to agriculture, with an entirely male workforce.

[6] Industry in the present day has declined significantly in the agricultural area, with just 4% of the working population being involved.

The prominent occupations now are the repair and trade of motor vehicles, and the manufacturing industry, which over a quarter of the entire working population is involved in.

[9] It currently holds a variety of events, and weekly classes such as aerobics and ballroom dancing; as well as children's activities.