LN2 5JG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Monks Leys Terrace, 0.7km from Lincoln in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Lincoln constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LN2 5JG offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 33 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 58% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 95 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 10.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LN2 5JG are sourced from Output Area E00132637 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONKS LEYS TERRACE, LN2 5JG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONKS LEYS TERRACE, LN2 5JG.
210
33
£ 35,900 /yr
69%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LN2 5JG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
High employment, young population. LN2 5JG combines 69% economic activity with a 33-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street. Property prices are trending down 10.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN2 5JG. The average age is 33.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 172,500
3 sales · Mean £ 168,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LN2 5JG is above average at 95 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
Lincoln Monks Abbey Primary School
Lincoln UTC
The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School
Lincoln Christ's Hospital School
Westgate Academy
The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School
The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln
St Giles Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
68 nearby- The Whisky Shop0.8 km
- Lincoln Country Market0.8 km
- Doughnotts0.9 km
- Holland & Barrett1.0 km
- Hotel Chocolat0.8 km
- + 63 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Cathedral View Guest House0.7 km
- Old Rectory Guest House1.0 km
- The Duke William Hotel0.8 km
- The Dandy Lion0.9 km
- Craft0.7 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
42 nearby- Lee Road Bowls Club0.8 km
- Lion & Snake0.8 km
- Prince of Wales Inn0.8 km
- The William Foster0.9 km
- Cloud 9 (Lincs) Ltd0.7 km
- + 37 more
Restaurant, Cafe
107 nearby- Cafe Zoot0.8 km
- Common Room0.9 km
- Elite On The Bail0.8 km
- Ice Dreaming0.8 km
- Misto Caffe0.8 km
- + 102 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Baggholme Fish Shop0.3 km
- CUPP Lincoln0.9 km
- Eskimoo Milkshakes0.9 km
- Bubble Avenue0.7 km
- Capri0.8 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lincolnshire Co-op Sincil Street Food Store0.8 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Lincolnshire Co-op Monks Road Food Store0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central1.0 km
- Hykeham6.3 km
- Saxilby9.9 km
Bus Stops
- Cheviot Street0.1 km
- Cheviot Street0.2 km
- The Steam Hammer PH0.3 km
- Arboretum0.3 km
- The Steam Hammer PH0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LN25JG · Data under Open Government Licence