NG23 5AR is a safe, established residential area on Church Meadow, 0.8km 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 5AR offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £328k, down 47.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00133762 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHURCH MEADOW, NG23 5AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH MEADOW, NG23 5AR.
462
44
£ 45,100 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG23 5AR 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NG23 5AR spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £328k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 47.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG23 5AR. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 207,500
2 sales · Mean £ 207,500
Detached
£ 450,000
2 sales · Mean £ 450,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG23 5AR has low crime rates — 11 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.
school Local Schools
The Claypole Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Side House Coffee Shop0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- F Doncaster (Butchers)0.5 km
- Pink Magnolia Crafts0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Five Bells0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Claypole Village Store0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newark6.9 km
- Newark Northgate7.0 km
- Newark Castle7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Gretton Close0.2 km
- Gretton Close0.2 km
- Village Hall0.5 km
- Village Hall0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NG235AR · Data under Open Government Licence