Postcode Analysis South Kesteven, East Midlands

SPARROW LANE, NG23 5DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPARROW LANE, NG23 5DL.

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Population

389

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NG23 5DL 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.

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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. NG23 5DL's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £465k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £465k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

NG23 5DL is a sought-after residential area on Sparrow Lane, 0.2km from Long Bennington in Long Bennington. Administratively it sits within Viking ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NG23, NG23 5DL offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5DL are sourced from Output Area E00133874 (shared with 15 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 5DL. The average age is 47.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 465,000

1 sales · Mean £ 465,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NG23 5DL 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Anti-social behaviour4
Other crime4
Vehicle crime4
Robbery2

school Local Schools

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Long Bennington Church of England Academy

Good278 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Baker's at sixtytwo0.3 km
  • Planet Bake - Long Bennington Sports Pavillion0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Ashiana0.3 km
  • Sharricks Fish Bar0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Whittakers Bar and Restaurant0.3 km
  • The Reindeer at Long Bennington0.5 km
  • The Royal Oak0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bottesford6.1 km
  • Elton & Orston8.1 km
  • Newark9.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Village Hall0.1 km
  • Village Hall0.1 km
  • The Reindeer PH0.4 km
  • Demand Responsive Area0.4 km
  • The Reindeer PH0.4 km