LN5 7RU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.6km from Boultham, New in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Lincoln constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LN5 7RU is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a multiethnic urban high streets zone — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LN5 7RU are sourced from Output Area E00132905 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, LN5 7RU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, LN5 7RU.
229
38
£ 33,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LN5 7RU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LN5 7RU has a significant social housing presence — 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN5 7RU. The average age is 38.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 120,000
1 sales · Mean £ 120,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LN5 7RU is above average at 98 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.
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
Westgate Academy
The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
89 nearby- Halfords0.6 km
- Boyes0.2 km
- Curtis of Lincoln Ltd0.3 km
- European Store0.1 km
- Farm Foods1.0 km
- + 84 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- The Anchor0.1 km
- Old Lodge Guest House0.8 km
- The Tennyson Guest House0.9 km
- The Dandy Lion0.7 km
- Travelodge0.2 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
48 nearby- The Tiny Tavern0.2 km
- The Treaty of Commerce0.3 km
- Wig & Mitre0.1 km
- Towers/Engine Shed0.6 km
- Buzz Bingo0.7 km
- + 43 more
Restaurant, Cafe
119 nearby- Alb-Italia0.3 km
- Asda Living Cafe0.9 km
- Caffe Nero0.2 km
- Car Park Cafe0.3 km
- Cecilias0.2 km
- + 114 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Home Bargains0.6 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.3 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
46 nearby- AFC0.0 km
- Gastronomico0.2 km
- Proper Takeaways0.6 km
- Regal Fish & Chip Shop0.1 km
- Sincil Garden0.2 km
- + 41 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central0.4 km
- Hykeham5.0 km
- Saxilby9.4 km
Bus Stops
- Thomas Cooper Church0.0 km
- Portland House0.1 km
- Magistrates Court0.1 km
- St Peter At Gowt's Church0.2 km
- St Peter At Gowt's Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LN57RU · Data under Open Government Licence