Postcode Analysis North Kesteven, East Midlands

BLACKS CLOSE, LN5 9SG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKS CLOSE, LN5 9SG.

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

335

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 43,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN5 9SG 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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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

LN5 9SG is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 10.5% year-on-year.

home £142,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LN5 9SG is a safe, established residential area on Blacks Close in Waddington (North Kesteven). Administratively it sits within Bracebridge Heath and Waddington East ward and the Lincoln constituency.

For families considering a move, LN5 9SG represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £142k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 10.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LN5 9SG are sourced from Output Area E00132968 (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 LN5 9SG. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 163,000

1 sales · Mean £ 163,000

Semi-Detached

£ 150,000

7 sales · Mean £ 150,421

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

LN5 9SG has low crime rates — 26 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 offences35
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft6
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Waddington All Saints Academy

Outstanding382 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Merry Florist0.1 km
  • The Sweet Parcel0.3 km
  • Brobot Petroleum Ltd0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Waddington Bowls Club0.3 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn0.3 km
  • Three Horseshoes0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bake my Dayz0.1 km
  • Coffee House Express Kiosk1.0 km
  • V's Bistro0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Budgens0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Gwen's Cafe0.1 km
  • Palki Indian Takeaway0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hykeham5.1 km
  • Lincoln Central6.7 km
  • Metheringham10.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Horse & Jockey PH0.1 km
  • Horse & Jockey PH0.1 km
  • The Wheatsheaf PH0.1 km