Is LN4 1BW a safe place to live?

Yes, LN4 1BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in LN4 1BW?

The average property price in LN4 1BW is currently around £190k.

What is the population of LN4 1BW?

The population for the LN4 1BW area is approximately 314 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Kesteven, East Midlands

SCHOOL LANE, LN4 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL LANE, LN4 1BW.

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

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Population

314

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 41,200 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN4 1BW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10

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5/10

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2/10

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4/10

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7/10

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4/10

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6/10

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3/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Social renting makes up 35% of tenure in LN4 1BW — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LN4 1BW is a safe, established residential area on School Lane, 0.3km from Washingborough in Washingborough and Heighington. Administratively it sits within Heighington and Washingborough ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LN4 1BW is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for LN4 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00133061 (shared with 11 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 LN4 1BW. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

39%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 179,950

7 sales · Mean £ 177,992

Detached

£ 264,500

2 sales · Mean £ 264,500

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

LN4 1BW has low crime rates — 16 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 offences12

Anti-social behaviour8

Shoplifting7

Public order4

Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

Washingborough Academy

Good274 pupils0.0 km

Heighington Millfield Primary Academy

Good270 pupils1.3 km

Cherry Willingham Primary Academy

Requires Improvement192 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Washingborough Hall Hotel0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Ferry Boat Inn0.3 km
The Hunters Leap0.2 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.3 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Legend Curries0.2 km
Pizza Place0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Fenland Hideaway0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Lincoln Central4.7 km
Hykeham9.2 km
Metheringham10.8 km

Bus Stops

Oak Hill0.1 km
Oak Hill0.1 km
Park Avenue0.2 km
Park Avenue0.2 km
Longstongs Crescent0.2 km