LN5 5QY is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.5km from Boultham, New in Lincoln. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Boultham ward and the Lincoln constituency.
Day-to-day life in LN5 5QY has the character of a diverse urban neighbourhood with mixed household types and languages. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 102 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for LN5 5QY are sourced from Output Area E00173629 (shared with 774 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LN5 5QY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LN5 5QY.
479
30
£ 31,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LN5 5QY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LN5 5QY is a high-turnover rental hub — with 73% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 30).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN5 5QY. The average age is 30.4. 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 around LN5 5QY is above average at 102 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
The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School
Athena School
The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School
Sir Francis Hill Community Primary School
Lincoln UTC
The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln
The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln
Westgate Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
90 nearby- Halfords0.5 km
- Boyes0.1 km
- Curtis of Lincoln Ltd0.3 km
- European Store0.2 km
- Farm Foods0.8 km
- + 85 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
11 nearby- The Anchor0.1 km
- Old Lodge Guest House0.9 km
- Admiral Guest House1.0 km
- Craft0.9 km
- The Poplars0.9 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
49 nearby- The Tiny Tavern0.2 km
- The Treaty of Commerce0.3 km
- Wig & Mitre0.0 km
- The Strait and Narrow1.0 km
- Towers/Engine Shed0.5 km
- + 44 more
Restaurant, Cafe
123 nearby- Alb-Italia0.3 km
- Asda Living Cafe0.8 km
- Caffe Nero0.2 km
- Car Park Cafe0.3 km
- Cecilias0.2 km
- + 118 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Home Bargains0.5 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.3 km
- Morrisons0.7 km
- Morrisons0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
46 nearby- AFC0.2 km
- Gastronomico0.3 km
- Proper Takeaways0.8 km
- Regal Fish & Chip Shop0.1 km
- Sincil Garden0.4 km
- + 41 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central0.4 km
- Hykeham4.9 km
- Saxilby9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Debenhams0.1 km
- Thomas Cooper Church0.1 km
- Magistrates Court0.2 km
- Portland House0.2 km
- Debenhams0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LN55QY · Data under Open Government Licence