Postcode Analysis Lincoln, East Midlands

BARGATE, LN5 8BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARGATE, LN5 8BU.

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

256

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 33,100 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LN5 8BU 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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1/10
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8/10
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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

LN5 8BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 43% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (36) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

LN5 8BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bargate, 0.4km from St. Catherine's in Lincoln. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Lincoln constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LN5 8BU offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 99 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £123k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LN5 8BU are sourced from Output Area E00132693 (shared with 7 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 8BU. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 123,000

5 sales · Mean £ 149,200

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

Crime around LN5 8BU is above average at 99 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 offences208
Anti-social behaviour122
Public order37
Criminal damage and arson34
Shoplifting26

school Local Schools

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The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School

Good258 pupils0.6 km
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Sir Francis Hill Community Primary School

Requires Improvement571 pupils0.6 km
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Athena School

Good103 pupils0.7 km
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The Priory Academy LSST

Outstanding1776 pupils0.8 km
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The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School

Good412 pupils0.9 km
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Bracebridge Infant and Nursery School

Good78 pupils1.2 km
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St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good540 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Halfords0.9 km
  • Homesense0.9 km
  • Kikush Limited0.9 km
  • Oasis Stores0.9 km
  • Rayan Stores0.8 km
  • + 25 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • The Anchor1.0 km
  • Old Lodge Guest House0.7 km
  • Creston Villa Guest House0.2 km
  • The Tennyson Guest House0.2 km
  • Hamilton Hotel0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • The Tiny Tavern0.8 km
  • Wig & Mitre1.0 km
  • Golden Eagle0.1 km
  • Lincoln RNA Club Ltd0.7 km
  • The Golden Cross0.3 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Grill House Linc Ltd0.8 km
  • Magy.C Barbeque0.9 km
  • The Modern Indian Cuisine0.9 km
  • The Salvation Army0.8 km
  • Bangers Cafe0.5 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Home Bargains1.0 km
  • Lincolnshire Co-op Tealby Street Food Store0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • AFC0.9 km
  • Gastronomico0.7 km
  • Regal Fish & Chip Shop0.9 km
  • Sincil Garden1.0 km
  • China Kitchen0.7 km
  • + 21 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lincoln Central1.4 km
  • Hykeham4.2 km
  • Saxilby9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Tealby Street0.1 km
  • Tealby Street0.1 km
  • Queens Park School0.2 km
  • Queens Park School0.2 km
  • South Common0.2 km