PE24 4DT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Croft Close, 0.3km from New England in Wainfleet All Saints. Administratively it sits within Croft ward and the Boston and Skegness constituency.
For families considering a move, PE24 4DT represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £253k. 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 PE24 4DT are sourced from Output Area E00132220 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROFT CLOSE, PE24 4DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROFT CLOSE, PE24 4DT.
302
52
£ 32,400 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PE24 4DT 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PE24 4DT spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. 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 PE24 4DT. The average age is 52.2. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 253,000
2 sales · Mean £ 253,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PE24 4DT has low crime rates — 24 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
The Wainfleet Magdalen Church of England/Methodist School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Co-Operative Society0.7 km
- Dixie Mix0.7 km
- Mr A J Orme0.7 km
- S F Handson (Wainfleet) Ltd0.7 km
- Wainfleet Local Post Office0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Batemans Visitors Centre1.0 km
- The Angel Inn0.7 km
- Wainfleet Social Club0.6 km
- Woolpack Hotel0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- All Saints Church Shop0.6 km
- Suttons Plaice0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Canton House0.7 km
- The Filling Station0.7 km
- Wainfleet Kebab House0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wainfleet0.8 km
- Havenhouse2.1 km
- Thorpe Culvert3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Mount Pleasant0.4 km
- Council Houses0.4 km
- Mount Pleasant0.4 km
- Council Houses0.4 km
- Primary School0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PE244DT · Data under Open Government Licence