NG23 5DQ is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Park, 0.3km 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 5DQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £535k. 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 5DQ are sourced from Output Area E00133875 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD PARK, NG23 5DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD PARK, NG23 5DQ.
387
43
£ 43,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NG23 5DQ's low deprivation rank, 72% ownership, and £535k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG23 5DQ. The average age is 42.7. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 535,000
1 sales · Mean £ 535,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG23 5DQ has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Long Bennington Church of England Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Baker's at sixtytwo0.2 km
- Planet Bake - Long Bennington Sports Pavillion0.6 km
- The Gatehouse Cafe0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ashiana0.2 km
- Sharricks Fish Bar0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Whittakers Bar and Restaurant0.2 km
- The Reindeer at Long Bennington0.6 km
- The Royal Oak0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bottesford6.2 km
- Elton & Orston8.2 km
- Newark9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Village Hall0.1 km
- Village Hall0.1 km
- The Reindeer PH0.5 km
- Demand Responsive Area0.5 km
- The Reindeer PH0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NG235DQ · Data under Open Government Licence