Postcode Analysis West Lindsey, East Midlands

WATERFORD LANE, LN3 4AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERFORD LANE, LN3 4AL.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LN3 4AL combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£339k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £339k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 60.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LN3 4AL is a sought-after residential area on Waterford Lane, 0.4km from Cherry Willingham in Cherry Willingham. Administratively it sits within Cherry Willingham ward and the Gainsborough constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LN3, LN3 4AL offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £339k, up 60.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LN3 4AL are sourced from Output Area E00133962 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN3 4AL. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 339,000

5 sales · Mean £ 362,800

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LN3 4AL has low crime rates — 8 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.

Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft2
Drugs1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Cherry Willingham Primary Academy

Requires Improvement192 pupils0.3 km
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The Priory Pembroke Academy

Good449 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Rosie Lea Cafe0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Cherry Pizza House0.6 km
  • New Golden Cherry0.6 km
  • Bay Leaf0.4 km
  • Ocean Fish Bar0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Village Food and Wine0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Cherry Tree0.4 km
  • The Wishing Well0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central5.4 km
  • Hykeham10.5 km
  • Metheringham12.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Lane0.1 km
  • Green Lane0.1 km
  • Elm Avenue0.1 km
  • Elm Avenue0.1 km
  • Church Lane (North End)0.3 km