Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

FOSTER STREET, LN5 7QE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOSTER STREET, LN5 7QE.

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Population

479

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 31,200 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN5 7QE 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.

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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

LN5 7QE 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). Property prices are trending down 4.1% year-on-year.

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

LN5 7QE is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Foster Street, 0.4km from Boultham, New in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Boultham ward and the Lincoln constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse urban neighbourhood with mixed household types and languages. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a mining and quarrying facilities zone — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 73% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 4.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LN5 7QE are sourced from Output Area E00173629 (shared with 774 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 7QE. 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

White / British79.2%
Asian / British Asian10.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 142,500

21 sales · Mean £ 150,500

Semi-Detached

£ 128,500

6 sales · Mean £ 139,833

Detached

£ 128,000

1 sales · Mean £ 128,000

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

Crime around LN5 7QE is above average at 91 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 offences243
Anti-social behaviour194
Shoplifting66
Criminal damage and arson49
Public order46

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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Athena School

Good103 pupils0.7 km
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Sir Francis Hill Community Primary School

Requires Improvement571 pupils0.8 km
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The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School

Good412 pupils0.8 km
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Lincoln UTC

Good351 pupils1.4 km
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The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

Good315 pupils1.5 km
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The Priory Academy LSST

Outstanding1776 pupils1.5 km
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The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln

Good266 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

79 nearby
  • Halfords0.4 km
  • Boyes0.4 km
  • Curtis of Lincoln Ltd0.6 km
  • European Store0.4 km
  • Farm Foods0.7 km
  • + 74 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • The Anchor0.3 km
  • Old Lodge Guest House0.9 km
  • The Dandy Lion0.9 km
  • Travelodge0.5 km
  • Holiday Inn Express0.5 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

33 nearby
  • The Tiny Tavern0.2 km
  • The Treaty of Commerce0.6 km
  • Wig & Mitre0.3 km
  • Golden Eagle0.6 km
  • Lincoln RNA Club Ltd0.3 km
  • + 28 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

84 nearby
  • Alb-Italia0.5 km
  • Asda Living Cafe0.7 km
  • Caffe Nero0.4 km
  • Car Park Cafe0.6 km
  • Cecilias0.5 km
  • + 79 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Home Bargains0.4 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.6 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

35 nearby
  • AFC0.3 km
  • Gastronomico0.2 km
  • Proper Takeaways0.9 km
  • Regal Fish & Chip Shop0.2 km
  • Sincil Garden0.5 km
  • + 30 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central0.7 km
  • Hykeham4.7 km
  • Saxilby9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • St Peter At Gowt's Church0.2 km
  • St Peter At Gowt's Church0.2 km
  • Sewell's Walk0.2 km
  • Sewell's Walk0.3 km
  • Thomas Cooper Church0.3 km