Postcode Analysis West Lindsey, East Midlands

WATERFORD LANE, LN3 4AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERFORD LANE, LN3 4AN.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. LN3 4AN's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £275k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £275k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 36.0% year-on-year.

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

LN3 4AN is a sought-after residential area on Waterford Lane, 0.7km from Cherry Willingham in Cherry Willingham. Administratively it sits within Cherry Willingham ward and the Gainsborough constituency.

For serious buyers, LN3 4AN is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k, down 36.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LN3 4AN are sourced from Output Area E00133962 (shared with 8 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 LN3 4AN. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 267,500

18 sales · Mean £ 284,583

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

LN3 4AN has low crime rates — 9 incidents 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 offences6
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
Drugs1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Cherry Willingham Primary Academy

Requires Improvement192 pupils0.3 km
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The Priory Pembroke Academy

Good449 pupils1.2 km
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Washingborough Academy

Good274 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Rosie Lea Cafe0.9 km
  • Fenland Hideaway0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Cherry Pizza House0.9 km
  • New Golden Cherry0.9 km
  • Bay Leaf0.6 km
  • Ocean Fish Bar0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Village Food and Wine0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Cherry Tree0.5 km
  • The Wishing Well0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central5.2 km
  • Hykeham10.2 km
  • Metheringham11.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Waterford Lane0.0 km
  • Waterford Lane0.0 km
  • Elm Avenue0.2 km
  • Elm Avenue0.2 km
  • Fiskerton Road0.3 km