LN4 1DT is a sought-after residential area on Oxford Close, 0.8km from Washingborough in North Kesteven. Administratively it sits within Heighington and Washingborough ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LN4, LN4 1DT offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 69% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £252k, up 28.1% 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 LN4 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00133066 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OXFORD CLOSE, LN4 1DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OXFORD CLOSE, LN4 1DT.
374
51
£ 47,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LN4 1DT's low deprivation rank, 69% ownership, and £252k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 28.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN4 1DT. The average age is 50.6. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 250,000
9 sales · Mean £ 260,550
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LN4 1DT has low crime rates — 10 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
Washingborough Academy
Heighington Millfield Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Hunters Leap0.8 km
- Ferry Boat Inn0.8 km
- The Butcher and Beast1.0 km
- Turks Head0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Legend Curries0.8 km
- Pizza Place0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Washingborough Hall Hotel0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- By the Beck0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd0.3 km
- Spar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central5.0 km
- Hykeham9.3 km
- Metheringham10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Sandra Crescent0.1 km
- Oxford Close0.1 km
- Sandra Crescent0.1 km
- Oxford Close0.1 km
- Lee Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LN41DT · Data under Open Government Licence