What is the population of NG23 5AS?

The population for the NG23 5AS area is approximately 418 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Kesteven, East Midlands

OSTER FEN LANE, NG23 5AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OSTER FEN LANE, NG23 5AS.

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Population

418

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NG23 5AS 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.

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9/10

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9/10

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9/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

NG23 5AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NG23 5AS is a mixed residential area on Oster Fen Lane in Claypole. Administratively it sits within Viking ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.

For families considering a move, NG23 5AS represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00133760 (shared with 22 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 5AS. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.2%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

58%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Newark Northgate7.2 km
Newark7.4 km
Newark Castle7.8 km