Postcode Analysis South Kesteven, East Midlands

WELFEN LANE, NG23 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELFEN LANE, NG23 5AL.

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Population

471

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NG23 5AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NG23 5AL spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

NG23 5AL is a safe, established residential area on Welfen Lane, 0.6km from Claypole in Claypole. Administratively it sits within Viking ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NG23, NG23 5AL offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 79% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £339k.

Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00133761 (shared with 9 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 NG23 5AL. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.2%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
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

Semi-Detached

£ 208,500

2 sales · Mean £ 208,500

Detached

£ 325,000

3 sales · Mean £ 290,000

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

NG23 5AL has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour17
Violence and sexual offences9
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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The Claypole Church of England Primary School

Good155 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Side House Coffee Shop0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • F Doncaster (Butchers)0.4 km
  • Pink Magnolia Crafts0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Five Bells0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Claypole Village Store0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newark6.8 km
  • Newark Northgate6.8 km
  • Newark Castle7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Primary School0.3 km
  • Village Hall0.3 km
  • Village Hall0.3 km
  • Demand Responsive Area0.4 km
  • Gretton Close0.5 km