Is LN4 1BZ a safe place to live?

Yes, LN4 1BZ 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 1BZ?

The average property price in LN4 1BZ is currently around £227k.

What is the population of LN4 1BZ?

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

Postcode Analysis North Kesteven, East Midlands

MARJORIE CLOSE, LN4 1BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARJORIE CLOSE, LN4 1BZ.

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 1BZ 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

LN4 1BZ has a significant social housing presence — 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. 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 1BZ is a safe, established residential area on Marjorie Close, 0.2km 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 1BZ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 £227k.

Census 2021 statistics for LN4 1BZ 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 1BZ. 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

Detached

£ 217,500

5 sales · Mean £ 235,400

Semi-Detached

£ 199,000

4 sales · Mean £ 204,500

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

LN4 1BZ has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences12

Shoplifting7

Anti-social behaviour5

Public order4

Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

Washingborough Academy

Good274 pupils0.1 km

Heighington Millfield Primary Academy

Good270 pupils1.4 km

Cherry Willingham Primary Academy

Requires Improvement192 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Washingborough Hall Hotel0.3 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

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

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.5 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Legend Curries0.1 km
Pizza Place0.1 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Fenland Hideaway0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Lincoln Central4.6 km
Hykeham9.2 km
Metheringham10.9 km

Bus Stops

Oak Hill0.1 km
Oak Hill0.1 km
High Street0.2 km
High Street0.2 km
Park Avenue0.3 km