Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

RIPON STREET, LN5 7NJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIPON STREET, LN5 7NJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

413

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 33,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN5 7NJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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Area Character

LN5 7NJ is a student and graduate zone — average age 28, 64% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well.

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

LN5 7NJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ripon Street, 0.8km from Brayford in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Lincoln constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LN5 7NJ offers a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 64% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 82 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LN5 7NJ are sourced from Output Area E00132910 (shared with 5 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 LN5 7NJ. The average age is 27.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.7%
Asian / British Asian11.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 170,000

1 sales · Mean £ 170,000

Terraced

£ 120,000

5 sales · Mean £ 115,400

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

Crime around LN5 7NJ is moderate at 82 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 offences266
Anti-social behaviour198
Public order53
Criminal damage and arson50
Shoplifting50

school Local Schools

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The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School

Good258 pupils0.3 km
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The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School

Good412 pupils0.4 km
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Athena School

Good103 pupils0.5 km
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Lincoln UTC

Good351 pupils1.2 km
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Sir Francis Hill Community Primary School

Requires Improvement571 pupils1.3 km
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Lincoln Monks Abbey Primary School

Good564 pupils1.5 km
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The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School

Requires Improvement88 pupils1.6 km
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The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

Good315 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

83 nearby
  • Halfords0.9 km
  • Axed Lincoln0.9 km
  • Boyes0.5 km
  • Curtis of Lincoln Ltd0.5 km
  • European Store0.3 km
  • + 78 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • The Anchor0.4 km
  • Old Lodge Guest House0.6 km
  • The Tennyson Guest House0.8 km
  • The Dandy Lion0.9 km
  • Travelodge0.4 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

41 nearby
  • The Tiny Tavern0.4 km
  • The Treaty of Commerce0.5 km
  • Wig & Mitre0.5 km
  • Towers/Engine Shed0.9 km
  • Buzz Bingo0.8 km
  • + 36 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

101 nearby
  • Alb-Italia0.4 km
  • Caffe Nero0.4 km
  • Car Park Cafe0.5 km
  • Cecilias0.4 km
  • Costa Travelines0.5 km
  • + 96 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Home Bargains0.9 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.5 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Sincil Street Food Store0.6 km
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Tealby Street Food Store0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

44 nearby
  • AFC0.3 km
  • Gastronomico0.4 km
  • Proper Takeaways0.4 km
  • Regal Fish & Chip Shop0.4 km
  • Sincil Garden0.1 km
  • + 39 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central0.6 km
  • Hykeham5.1 km
  • Saxilby9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Cross Street0.2 km
  • East West Link Road0.3 km
  • Ripon Street0.3 km
  • East West Link Road0.3 km
  • Ripon Street0.3 km