LN3 4BY is a sought-after residential area on West Mill Gate, 0.1km from Cherry Willingham in Cherry Willingham. Administratively it sits within Cherry Willingham ward and the Gainsborough constituency.
For serious buyers, LN3 4BY is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £182k, down 29.7% 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 4BY are sourced from Output Area E00133960 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST MILL GATE, LN3 4BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST MILL GATE, LN3 4BY.
258
55
£ 39,800 /yr
37%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LN3 4BY's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £182k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £182k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 29.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN3 4BY. The average age is 54.7. 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 & 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
£ 182,000
3 sales · Mean £ 203,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LN3 4BY has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cherry Willingham Primary Academy
The Priory Pembroke Academy
Reepham Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Rosie Lea Cafe0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Cherry Pizza House0.2 km
- New Golden Cherry0.2 km
- Bay Leaf0.4 km
- Ocean Fish Bar0.2 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Village Food and Wine0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Cherry Tree0.5 km
- The Wishing Well0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central6.0 km
- Hykeham11.0 km
- Metheringham12.1 km
Bus Stops
- The Parade0.1 km
- The Parade0.2 km
- Church Lane (North End)0.2 km
- Church Lane (North End)0.2 km
- Green Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LN34BY · Data under Open Government Licence