NG23 5BL is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Claypole in Claypole. Administratively it sits within Viking ward and the Sleaford and North Hykeham constituency.
For families considering a move, NG23 5BL represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NG23 5BL are sourced from Output Area E00133761 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NG23 5BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NG23 5BL.
471
47
£ 45,100 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG23 5BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NG23 5BL — age 47, 79% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG23 5BL. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG23 5BL has low crime rates — 33 incidents 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 Claypole Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Side House Coffee Shop0.2 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- F Doncaster (Butchers)0.2 km
- Pink Magnolia Crafts0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Five Bells0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Claypole Village Store0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newark7.3 km
- Newark Northgate7.3 km
- Newark Castle7.7 km
Bus Stops
- Demand Responsive Area0.1 km
- Village Hall0.2 km
- Village Hall0.2 km
- Primary School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NG235BL · Data under Open Government Licence