Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

BRAYFORD WHARF EAST, LN5 7WA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRAYFORD WHARF EAST, LN5 7WA.

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

1,368

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Avg Age

19

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Avg Income

£ 31,200 /yr

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Employed

4%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN5 7WA 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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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

LN5 7WA is a student and graduate zone — average age 19, 53% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Higher crime warrants awareness — HMO density and nightlife are likely contributors. Property prices are trending up 26.8% year-on-year.

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

LN5 7WA is a lively urban neighbourhood on Brayford Wharf East, 0.2km from Brayford in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Boultham ward and the Lincoln constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LN5 7WA offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. During the day, traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 19) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are high (226 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £105k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 26.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LN5 7WA are sourced from Output Area E00185332 (shared with 42 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 LN5 7WA. The average age is 19.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.7%
Asian / British Asian5.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

4%Active
FT: 2%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 103,000

34 sales · Mean £ 102,617

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

Crime rates near LN5 7WA are high at 226 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 offences512
Anti-social behaviour432
Shoplifting344
Public order168
Criminal damage and arson83

school Local Schools

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Lincoln UTC

Good351 pupils0.7 km
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The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School

Good258 pupils0.9 km
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The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

Good315 pupils0.9 km
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Westgate Academy

Good431 pupils0.9 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 Bishop King Church of England Primary School

Good412 pupils1.1 km
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The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School

Requires Improvement88 pupils1.1 km
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Athena School

Good103 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

101 nearby
  • The Whisky Shop0.9 km
  • Lincoln Country Market1.0 km
  • Ampal Stores0.8 km
  • High Street Mini Market0.7 km
  • One Stop0.7 km
  • + 96 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

19 nearby
  • Cathedral View Guest House0.8 km
  • Charlotte House Hotel0.8 km
  • The Duke William Hotel1.0 km
  • The Anchor0.5 km
  • The Dandy Lion0.2 km
  • + 14 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

58 nearby
  • Lion & Snake0.9 km
  • Prince of Wales Inn0.9 km
  • Lincoln RNA Club Ltd1.0 km
  • The Tiny Tavern0.7 km
  • The Treaty of Commerce0.2 km
  • + 53 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

149 nearby
  • Cafe Zoot0.8 km
  • Common Room1.0 km
  • Elite On The Bail0.9 km
  • Ice Dreaming0.8 km
  • Misto Caffe1.0 km
  • + 144 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

47 nearby
  • China Kitchen0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Serafina Grill0.8 km
  • Sprinkle Berry0.9 km
  • AFC0.6 km
  • + 42 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • Home Bargains0.9 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.3 km
  • Morrisons0.9 km
  • Morrisons0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central0.2 km
  • Hykeham5.4 km
  • Saxilby9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Brayford Street0.1 km
  • NCP Car Park0.1 km
  • New Life Church0.2 km
  • Binns0.2 km
  • Rail Station Car Park0.3 km