Lower Meadows is in Barton-Upon-Humber and in North Lincolnshire district. DN18 5RY is located in the Barton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cleethorpes. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Meadows, Barton-upon-humber, DN18 5RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN18 5LB, DN18 5RA, DN18 5RL, DN18 5HZ, DN18 5HY, DN18 5UL, DN18 5UN, DN18 5JA, DN18 5HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN18 5RY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.4% | 29.5% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 49.8% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.5% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 7.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50% | 48.9% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 32.8% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11% | 14.4% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.3% | 17.6% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 15.1% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 19.1% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 23.5% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Meadows was 16.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.4% lower than the Barton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Meadows has the 7th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Barton and the 46th lowest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Lower Meadows, Barton-Upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-10-01 | £185,000 |
| 9 Lower Meadows, Barton-Upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2025-03-31 | £147,990 |
| 6 Lower Meadows, Barton-Upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-03-09 | £294,253 |
| 23 Lower Meadows, Barton-Upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £178,125 | 2020-06-30 | £223,374 |
| 1 Lower Meadows, Barton-Upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2019-10-14 | £183,471 |
DN18 5RY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DN18 5RY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Transport and storage | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton St Peter's CofE Primary School Marsh Lane , DN18 5HB | 2out of 4 | 319 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castledyke Primary School Castledyke West , DN18 5AW | 3out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowmandale Primary School Bowmandale , DN18 5EE | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Harrison C of E Primary School North Street , DN19 7AP | 3out of 4 | 3,931 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Junior Academy Northolme Road , HU13 9JD | 2out of 4 | 4,489 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baysgarth School Barrow Road , DN18 6AE | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hessle High School and Penshurst Primary School Tranby House , Heads Lane HU13 0JQ | 3out of 4 | 4,682 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Options Barton Barrow Road , DN18 6DA | - not rated | 1,093 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hessle Mount School Jenny Brough Lane , HU13 0JZ | - not rated | 5,261 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehouse Pupil Referral Unit Pickering Road , HU4 7AD | 4out of 4 | 5,384 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sullivan Centre Boulevard , HU3 3EL | 4out of 4 | 5,407 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Town Football Club | Marsh Lane | 430 yd | |
| Pasture Wood Cafe | Pasture House, Pasture Road North | 550 yd | |
| Queen Street Community Cafe | Wilderspin National School Museum, Queen Street | 724 yd | |
| The Honey Pot Cafe | Watersedge Visitors Centre, Maltkiln Road | 804 yd | |
| Ropery Coffee Shop | The Ropewalk, Maltkiln Road | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Corn Exchange Club | 8 Market Place | 902 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 72-74 High Street | 938 yd | |
| The Old Mill | Market Lane | 938 yd | |
| Charlies Bar | Charlies Bar, 73 Fleetgate | 992 yd | |
| The White Swan | White Swan Hotel, 66 Fleetgate | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade River | 3 King Street | 840 yd | |
| Teasdale Bakers | 13 King Street | 840 yd | |
| Hasina Indian Takeaway | 27 High Street | 879 yd | |
| Barton Fish & Chips | 44a High Street | 879 yd | |
| Pizza Jim | 45 High Street | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Maltkiln Road | 868 yd | |
| Co-op Barton | 12 Market Lane | 938 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pasture Road Field Pasture Road North | grass pitches | 244 yd |
| Barton Town Football Club BARTON TOWN FOOTBALL GROUND BARTON TOWN FOOTBALL GROUND MARSH LANE | grass pitches | 327 yd |
| Barton Town Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND MARSH LANE | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Barton St Peters C E Primary School MARSH LANE | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| 2 Dimensions Health & Beauty (Closed) Chapel Lane | health and fitness suite | 881 yd |
| Baysgarth School BAYSGARTH SCHOOL BAYSGARTH SCHOOL BARROW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 883 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.