Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

STEEP HILL, LN2 1LS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STEEP HILL, LN2 1LS.

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Population

228

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 31,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN2 1LS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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3/10
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10/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

LN2 1LS is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

LN2 1LS is an active urban area on Steep Hill, 0.3km from Lincoln in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Carholme ward and the Lincoln constituency.

For families considering a move, LN2 1LS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are high (176 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for LN2 1LS are sourced from Output Area E00185349 (shared with 17 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 LN2 1LS. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

Crime rates near LN2 1LS are high at 176 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 offences482
Anti-social behaviour333
Shoplifting195
Public order117
Criminal damage and arson66

school Local Schools

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Lincoln UTC

Good351 pupils0.3 km
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Westgate Academy

Good431 pupils0.5 km
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The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School

Requires Improvement88 pupils0.6 km
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The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

Good315 pupils0.8 km
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Lincoln Monks Abbey Primary School

Good564 pupils1.1 km
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Mount Street Academy

Outstanding315 pupils1.1 km
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The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln

Good266 pupils1.1 km
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The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School

Good258 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

88 nearby
  • Countdown Drug Stores0.8 km
  • Foodbank0.7 km
  • Nonna Juana Deli1.0 km
  • The Whisky Shop0.4 km
  • Westgate Store0.6 km
  • + 83 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

21 nearby
  • Cathedral View Guest House0.3 km
  • Charlotte House Hotel0.4 km
  • Old Rectory Guest House0.7 km
  • The Duke William Hotel0.4 km
  • Hillcrest Hotel0.8 km
  • + 16 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

58 nearby
  • Lion & Snake0.4 km
  • Prince of Wales Inn0.4 km
  • The Ivy Tavern0.8 km
  • The Morning Star0.6 km
  • The Strait and Narrow0.1 km
  • + 53 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

141 nearby
  • Cafe Ella0.8 km
  • Cafe Zoot0.3 km
  • Common Room0.5 km
  • Elite On The Bail0.4 km
  • Gate House Tea Rooms0.7 km
  • + 136 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Burton Road Food Store0.8 km
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Sincil Street Food Store0.5 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

43 nearby
  • Burton Road Chippy0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Leon Cantonese & Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • New Sunflower0.6 km
  • Lincoln Antiques & Collectables0.0 km
  • + 38 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central0.6 km
  • Hykeham5.9 km
  • Saxilby9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Collection0.1 km
  • St Martins Lane0.1 km
  • Cathedral0.2 km
  • Constitutional Club0.2 km
  • Tourist Information Centre0.2 km