LN2 4LQ is an up-and-coming urban area on Addison Drive, 0.2km from St. Giles in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Glebe ward and the Lincoln constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LN2 4LQ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 112 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LN2 4LQ are sourced from Output Area E00132799 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ADDISON DRIVE, LN2 4LQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ADDISON DRIVE, LN2 4LQ.
382
37
£ 35,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LN2 4LQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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.
Area Character
LN2 4LQ has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN2 4LQ. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
3 sales · Mean £ 166,666
Terraced
£ 150,000
1 sales · Mean £ 150,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LN2 4LQ is above average at 112 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Lincoln St Giles Nursery School
St Giles Academy
Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln
Lincoln Christ's Hospital School
Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy
Lincoln Carlton Academy
Ermine Primary Academy
The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- B & M Retail0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- Holland & Barrett0.5 km
- Majestic Wine0.4 km
- Premier0.2 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa Coffee0.4 km
- Lincolnshire MS Therapy Centre0.4 km
- Mamma's and More0.7 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.4 km
- Taco Bell0.6 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Aldi0.3 km
- Asda0.8 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.8 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Waitrose1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Coopland and Son0.8 km
- Dinos0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Pizza Roma0.3 km
- Smith Central Takeaway0.3 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Lee Road Bowls Club0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central2.4 km
- Hykeham7.7 km
- Saxilby10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.2 km
- Shelley Drive0.3 km
- Post Office0.3 km
- Shelley Drive0.3 km
- Austen Walk0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LN24LQ · Data under Open Government Licence