NG23 5BA is a safe, established residential area on Main Street, 0.4km 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 5BA offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £478k, down 54.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00133761 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIN STREET, NG23 5BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN STREET, NG23 5BA.
471
47
£ 45,100 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG23 5BA 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NG23 5BA combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£478k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £478k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 54.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG23 5BA. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 199,750
6 sales · Mean £ 238,500
Detached
£ 470,000
6 sales · Mean £ 539,779
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
2 sales · Mean £ 240,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG23 5BA has low crime rates — 27 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 Shop0.1 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- F Doncaster (Butchers)0.2 km
- Pink Magnolia Crafts0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Five Bells0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Claypole Village Store0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newark7.0 km
- Newark Northgate7.0 km
- Newark Castle7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Village Hall0.1 km
- Village Hall0.2 km
- Demand Responsive Area0.2 km
- Primary School0.2 km
- Gretton Close0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NG235BA · Data under Open Government Licence