PE23 4AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Blacksmith Lane, 0.1km from East Keal in East Keal. Administratively it sits within Halton Holegate ward and the Louth and Horncastle constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 55 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, down 2.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PE23 4AZ are sourced from Output Area E00132243 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKSMITH LANE, PE23 4AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKSMITH LANE, PE23 4AZ.
340
55
£ 40,200 /yr
41%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PE23 4AZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £230k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 2.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PE23 4AZ. The average age is 54.5. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 200,000
16 sales · Mean £ 195,153
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
PE23 4AZ has low crime rates — 5 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
Toynton All Saints Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- East Keal Village Shop0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thorpe Culvert9.9 km
- Wainfleet12.8 km
- Havenhouse14.8 km
Bus Stops
- Demand Responsive Area0.0 km
- East Keal Hall0.2 km
- East Keal Hall0.2 km
- Fen Lane0.4 km
- Fen Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PE234AZ · Data under Open Government Licence