Postcode Analysis East Lindsey, East Midlands

MELROSE CLOSE, LN10 6BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELROSE CLOSE, LN10 6BA.

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Population

283

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Avg Age

60

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /yr

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Employed

27%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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8/10
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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

LN10 6BA is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 65% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £395k reflects the demand.

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

LN10 6BA is a sought-after residential area on Melrose Close, 0.8km from Woodhall Spa in Woodhall Spa. Administratively it sits within Woodhall Spa ward and the Louth and Horncastle constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LN10, LN10 6BA offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 65% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £395k. 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 LN10 6BA are sourced from Output Area E00169346 (shared with 9 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 LN10 6BA. The average age is 59.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

27%Active
FT: 15%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 395,000

1 sales · Mean £ 395,000

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

LN10 6BA has low crime rates — 11 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft2
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's CofE Primary School

Good282 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Graham Fidling0.9 km
  • Jefferson'S Greengrocers & Vegan Pantry0.9 km
  • Martins0.7 km
  • Mccolls0.9 km
  • Petwood Caravan Park Farm Shop0.5 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Inn At Woodhall Spa0.9 km
  • The Petwood Hotel0.7 km
  • Claremont Guest House0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Bar Eleven0.9 km
  • The Mall0.7 km
  • Woodhall Spa & District Conservative Club0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Archie'S0.7 km
  • India Village Restaurant Ltd0.9 km
  • Janet'S Tea Room0.7 km
  • Jubilee Cafe0.5 km
  • Jubilee Park Bowling Club0.5 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Golden Phoenix0.7 km
  • Pizza Latina0.7 km
  • Reg Archers Quality F & C0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury'S0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Metheringham11.1 km
  • Ruskington16.0 km
  • Heckington20.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Primary School0.4 km
  • Wentworth Way0.5 km
  • Wentworth Way0.5 km