LN2 1RQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Nettleham Road, 0.7km from Lincoln in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Minster ward and the Lincoln constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for LN2 1RQ are sourced from Output Area E00132863 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NETTLEHAM ROAD, LN2 1RQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NETTLEHAM ROAD, LN2 1RQ.
301
53
£ 42,700 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LN2 1RQ 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates LN2 1RQ — age 53, 84% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN2 1RQ. The average age is 52.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LN2 1RQ has low crime rates — 23 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.
school Local Schools
The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School
Lincoln Christ's Hospital School
Westgate Academy
Lincoln UTC
Mount Street Academy
Lincoln Castle Academy
Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy
Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Premier1.0 km
- Countdown Drug Stores0.8 km
- Foodbank0.5 km
- Nonna Juana Deli0.9 km
- The Whisky Shop0.6 km
- + 24 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Wellie's Chippy1.0 km
- Burton Road Chippy0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Leon Cantonese & Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- New Sunflower0.8 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Cathedral View Guest House0.6 km
- Charlotte House Hotel0.9 km
- Old Rectory Guest House0.5 km
- The Duke William Hotel0.6 km
- Hillcrest Hotel0.9 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Lee Road Bowls Club0.4 km
- Lion & Snake0.6 km
- Prince of Wales Inn0.6 km
- The Ivy Tavern0.4 km
- The Morning Star0.5 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
53 nearby- Cafe Ella0.4 km
- Cafe Zoot0.7 km
- Common Room0.6 km
- Elite On The Bail0.6 km
- Gate House Tea Rooms0.8 km
- + 48 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lincolnshire Co-op Burton Road Food Store0.8 km
- Lincolnshire Co-op Riseholme Road Food Store0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central1.5 km
- Hykeham6.8 km
- Saxilby9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Mainwaring Road0.1 km
- Mainwaring Road0.1 km
- Elvin Close0.4 km
- Elvin Close0.4 km
- Nettleham Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LN21RQ · Data under Open Government Licence