Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

FORDHAM DRIVE, LN1 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORDHAM DRIVE, LN1 1AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

334

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN1 1AJ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 38, LN1 1AJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £337k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

LN1 1AJ is a safe, established residential area on Fordham Drive, 1.0km from Carholme in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Carholme ward and the Lincoln constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £337k.

Census 2021 statistics for LN1 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00173631 (shared with 8 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 LN1 1AJ. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 312,500

5 sales · Mean £ 299,300

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

Crime around LN1 1AJ is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences86
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order9
Other theft6
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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Mount Street Academy

Outstanding315 pupils1.0 km
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The St Francis Special School, Lincoln

Outstanding164 pupils1.2 km
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The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln

Good266 pupils1.3 km
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Lincoln Castle Academy

Inadequate848 pupils1.3 km
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The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

Good315 pupils1.3 km
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Westgate Academy

Good431 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • A W Curtis Bakers & Butchers Ltd0.6 km
  • Coffee Beanz0.2 km
  • Sobraon Barracks0.5 km
  • Sazzy Treats1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shell UK Limited0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central2.4 km
  • Hykeham6.4 km
  • Saxilby7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Berilldon Drive0.1 km
  • Carram Way0.3 km
  • Mitchell Drive0.3 km
  • Higson Road0.4 km
  • Higson Road0.5 km