Leicester (village), New York facts for kids
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Leicester, New York
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 Leicester (village), New York
Location in New York
Leicester (village), New York
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Livingston |
| Town | Leicester |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.36 sq mi (0.93 km2) |
| • Land | 0.36 sq mi (0.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 650 ft (198 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 440 |
| • Density | 1,218.84/sq mi (470.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14481
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-41872 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2390938 |
Leicester is a small village located in Livingston County, New York, United States. It is part of the larger town of Leicester.
In 2020, about 440 people lived in the village. The village and the town are both named after Leicester Phelps, who was one of the first people to live there.
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Village History
The village of Leicester has had a few different names over time. It was once known as "Leister" and also "Moscow." The village officially became an incorporated village in 1850.
A special building, the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Station, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. This means it's an important historical site.
Famous People from Leicester
Some notable people have connections to Leicester:
- Daniel O. Mahoney: He was a politician who served in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
- George W. Patterson: He was a former U.S. congressman and also served as the lieutenant governor of New York.
- Eben Norton Horsford: He was known for his work with baking powder and was a successful businessman.
Geography of Leicester
Leicester village is found in the western part of Livingston County. It sits right in the middle of the town of Leicester. The village covers an area of about 0.9 square kilometers (0.36 square miles), and all of it is land.
The northern edge of the village is marked by Beards Creek. This creek flows east and eventually joins the Genesee River.
Roads and Nearby Places
Leicester is an important meeting point for several main roads. These include U.S. Route 20A, New York State Route 36, and New York State Route 39.
The village is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) west of Geneseo. Geneseo is the main town where Livingston County's government offices are located. Leicester is also about 34 miles (55 kilometers) southwest of Rochester, a much larger city.
Just 3 miles (5 kilometers) north of the village, you can find the Mount Morris Dam. This dam is at the northern end of the beautiful Letchworth State Park.
Population Changes
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 304 | — | |
| 1920 | 279 | −8.2% | |
| 1930 | 285 | 2.2% | |
| 1940 | 327 | 14.7% | |
| 1950 | 364 | 11.3% | |
| 1960 | 365 | 0.3% | |
| 1970 | 368 | 0.8% | |
| 1980 | 462 | 25.5% | |
| 1990 | 405 | −12.3% | |
| 2000 | 469 | 15.8% | |
| 2010 | 468 | −0.2% | |
| 2020 | 440 | −6.0% | |
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The population of Leicester has changed over the years. In 1910, there were 304 people living in the village. The population grew steadily through the mid-20th century.
By the year 2000, the village had 469 residents. In 2010, the population was very similar, with 468 people. The most recent count in 2020 showed a slight decrease, with 440 people living in Leicester.
