Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

ELTON CLOSE, LN1 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELTON CLOSE, LN1 1AP.

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Population

597

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN1 1AP 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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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LN1 1AP — age 43, 85% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.

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

LN1 1AP is a mixed residential area on Elton Close, 1.1km from Carholme in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Carholme ward and the Lincoln constituency.

For serious buyers, LN1 1AP is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £340k.

Census 2021 statistics for LN1 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00132759 (shared with 13 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 1AP. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 340,000

1 sales · Mean £ 340,000

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

Crime around LN1 1AP is moderate at 59 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 offences68
Criminal damage and arson13
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order9
Other theft5

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 pupils1.1 km
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Lincoln Castle Academy

Inadequate848 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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The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

Good315 pupils1.4 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 Ltd0.7 km
  • Coffee Beanz0.3 km
  • Sobraon Barracks0.4 km
  • Sazzy Treats1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Papa's Pizza/Raman Burger0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Queen Elizabeth Road Food Store0.9 km
  • Shell UK Limited0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central2.4 km
  • Hykeham6.5 km
  • Saxilby7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Berilldon Drive0.2 km
  • Higson Road0.3 km
  • Higson Road0.3 km
  • Carram Way0.4 km
  • Buchanan Street0.4 km