Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

BRAYFORD WHARF NORTH, LN1 1BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRAYFORD WHARF NORTH, LN1 1BN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

591

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Avg Age

22

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Avg Income

£ 31,200 /yr

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Employed

12%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LN1 1BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

LN1 1BN is a student and graduate zone — average age 22, 65% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LN1 1BN is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Brayford Wharf North, 0.2km from Brayford in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Carholme ward and the Lincoln constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LN1 1BN offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 22) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 65% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 88 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £201k.

Census 2021 statistics for LN1 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00185319 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN1 1BN. The average age is 21.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.3%
Asian / British Asian5.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.2%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

12%Active
FT: 9%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 206,000

104 sales · Mean £ 221,552

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around LN1 1BN is moderate at 88 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences303
Anti-social behaviour237
Shoplifting132
Public order74
Criminal damage and arson48

school Local Schools

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The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

Good315 pupils0.6 km
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The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln

Good266 pupils0.7 km
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Westgate Academy

Good431 pupils0.8 km
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Lincoln UTC

Good351 pupils0.9 km
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The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School

Good258 pupils1.1 km
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The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School

Requires Improvement88 pupils1.3 km
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Mount Street Academy

Outstanding315 pupils1.3 km
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The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School

Good412 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

90 nearby
  • The Whisky Shop0.9 km
  • Westgate Store0.8 km
  • Lincoln Country Market0.9 km
  • Halfords0.8 km
  • Boyes0.6 km
  • + 85 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

19 nearby
  • Cathedral View Guest House0.9 km
  • Charlotte House Hotel0.6 km
  • The Duke William Hotel0.9 km
  • The Anchor0.7 km
  • The Castle Hotel0.9 km
  • + 14 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

53 nearby
  • Lion & Snake0.9 km
  • Prince of Wales Inn0.9 km
  • The Tiny Tavern0.9 km
  • The Treaty of Commerce0.5 km
  • Wig & Mitre0.7 km
  • + 48 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

141 nearby
  • Cafe Zoot0.8 km
  • Common Room0.9 km
  • Elite On The Bail0.9 km
  • Gate House Tea Rooms0.9 km
  • Grillin n chillin Ltd0.8 km
  • + 136 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

40 nearby
  • New Sunflower0.8 km
  • Tang0.7 km
  • AFC0.8 km
  • Gastronomico0.9 km
  • Regal Fish & Chip Shop0.8 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Home Bargains0.8 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.6 km
  • Morrisons0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.8 km
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Sincil Street Food Store0.7 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central0.5 km
  • Hykeham5.3 km
  • Saxilby8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Holiday Inn0.1 km
  • County Offices0.1 km
  • County Offices0.1 km
  • Holmes Road0.1 km
  • Holmes Road0.2 km