PE21 9JF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Longhurst Gardens, 0.5km from Witham in Boston. Administratively it sits within Witham ward and the Boston and Skegness constituency.
For families considering a move, PE21 9JF represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 52 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PE21 9JF are sourced from Output Area E00185389 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONGHURST GARDENS, PE21 9JF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGHURST GARDENS, PE21 9JF.
368
52
£ 46,300 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE21 9JF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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 PE21 9JF — age 52, 79% ownership, 16% 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 PE21 9JF. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE21 9JF has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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
Park Academy
Haven High Academy
Carlton Road Academy
Boston West Academy
Boston Pioneers Free School Academy
Staniland Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Baltic Food Park Boston Limited0.7 km
- Berry's Newsagents0.8 km
- Discovery Sports Coaching0.7 km
- Europa Store0.7 km
- L & C Foodmarkets0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Boston Lock Cafe0.6 km
- The Cabin0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Andys Fish & Chip Shop0.8 km
- Pizza King0.7 km
- Burger 370.4 km
- Pisces0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Boston Town Football Club0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lincolnshire Co-operative Society0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Boston1.1 km
- Hubberts Bridge5.2 km
- Swineshead10.3 km
Bus Stops
- Longhurst Gardens0.0 km
- Longhurst Gardens0.1 km
- 34 Sherwood Avenue0.2 km
- 41 Sherwood Avenue0.3 km
- Boston FC Ground0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PE219JF · Data under Open Government Licence