NG23 5BJ is a safe, established residential area on Main Street, 0.1km from Claypole in Claypole. Administratively it sits within Viking ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £195k, down 38.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00133761 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIN STREET, NG23 5BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN STREET, NG23 5BJ.
471
47
£ 45,100 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG23 5BJ 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
No single demographic signal dominates NG23 5BJ — age 47, 79% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £195k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 38.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG23 5BJ. 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
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
Terraced
£ 153,000
3 sales · Mean £ 155,333
Detached
£ 250,000
5 sales · Mean £ 236,800
Semi-Detached
£ 331,250
2 sales · Mean £ 331,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG23 5BJ has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. 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 Shop0.4 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- F Doncaster (Butchers)0.4 km
- Pink Magnolia Crafts0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Five Bells0.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Claypole Village Store0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newark7.4 km
- Newark Northgate7.4 km
- Newark Castle7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Demand Responsive Area0.3 km
- Primary School0.3 km
- Village Hall0.3 km
- Village Hall0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NG235BJ · Data under Open Government Licence