LN2 3NU is a safe, established residential area on Painshall Close, 0.6km from Ryland in Welton (West Lindsey). Administratively it sits within Dunholme and Welton ward and the Gainsborough constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for LN2 3NU are sourced from Output Area E00134202 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PAINSHALL CLOSE, LN2 3NU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAINSHALL CLOSE, LN2 3NU.
274
40
£ 44,100 /yr
51%
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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 40, LN2 3NU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN2 3NU. The average age is 40.4. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LN2 3NU has low crime rates — 15 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
Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
William Farr CofE Comprehensive School
Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Porco Rosso Snacks0.2 km
- Welton Paper Shop0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Black Bull0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Sandwich Sense Butty Bar0.5 km
- Stokes Welton Cafe0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Luna's Pizzeria0.5 km
- New Golden Hill0.6 km
- Welton Chippy0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central10.0 km
- Market Rasen12.7 km
- Saxilby13.2 km
Bus Stops
- Village Hall0.2 km
- Village Hall0.2 km
- Dunholme Road0.3 km
- Dunholme Road0.3 km
- Hazel Grove0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LN23NU · Data under Open Government Licence