LN2 5BZ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.8km from Lincoln in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Lincoln constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LN2 5BZ is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are high (149 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 5BZ are sourced from Output Area E00132650 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LN2 5BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LN2 5BZ.
421
36
£ 35,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LN2 5BZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 44% social renting, LN2 5BZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 5BZ. The average age is 35.9. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near LN2 5BZ are high at 149 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lincoln UTC
Lincoln Monks Abbey Primary School
The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School
The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School
Westgate Academy
The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School
Athena School
Lincoln Christ's Hospital School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
87 nearby- The Whisky Shop0.9 km
- Lincoln Country Market1.0 km
- Coopland & Son (Scarborough) Ltd0.8 km
- Doughnotts0.6 km
- Golden Leaf Chinese Supermarket0.9 km
- + 82 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Cathedral View Guest House0.8 km
- The Duke William Hotel1.0 km
- The Dandy Lion0.7 km
- Travelodge0.8 km
- Craft0.6 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
49 nearby- Lion & Snake0.9 km
- Prince of Wales Inn0.9 km
- The Ritz1.0 km
- The William Foster0.7 km
- Cloud 9 (Lincs) Ltd0.6 km
- + 44 more
Restaurant, Cafe
130 nearby- Cafe Zoot0.8 km
- Elite On The Bail0.9 km
- Ice Dreaming0.8 km
- Misto Caffe0.9 km
- Tequilas Restaurant0.9 km
- + 125 more
Takeaway Shop
36 nearby- Baggholme Fish Shop0.1 km
- CUPP Lincoln0.6 km
- Eskimoo Milkshakes0.7 km
- King Shawarma1.0 km
- Pizza Planet1.0 km
- + 31 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Lincolnshire Co-op Sincil Street Food Store0.5 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central0.7 km
- Hykeham6.0 km
- Saxilby9.8 km
Bus Stops
- St Hugh Street0.0 km
- The Steam Hammer PH0.2 km
- The Steam Hammer PH0.2 km
- Cheviot Street0.2 km
- Cheviot Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LN25BZ · Data under Open Government Licence