NG23 5BD is a safe, established residential area on Barnby Lane, 0.4km from Claypole in Claypole. Administratively it sits within Viking ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £247k, up 1.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5BD are sourced from Output Area E00133760 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARNBY LANE, NG23 5BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNBY LANE, NG23 5BD.
418
44
£ 45,100 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG23 5BD 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
No single demographic signal dominates NG23 5BD — age 44, 85% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG23 5BD. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 183,000
3 sales · Mean £ 262,000
Detached
£ 212,000
12 sales · Mean £ 287,000
Terraced
£ 126,950
1 sales · Mean £ 126,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG23 5BD has low crime rates — 28 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 Shop0.2 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- F Doncaster (Butchers)0.3 km
- Pink Magnolia Crafts0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Five Bells0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Claypole Village Store0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newark6.9 km
- Newark Northgate7.0 km
- Newark Castle7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Primary School0.2 km
- Village Hall0.2 km
- Village Hall0.2 km
- Demand Responsive Area0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NG235BD · Data under Open Government Licence