Stow Road is in Sturton By Stow, Lincoln and in West Lindsey district. LN1 2BZ is located in the Stow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stow Road, Sturton By Stow, Lincoln, LN1 2BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN1 2GS, LN1 2FE, LN1 2ZP, LN1 2SW, LN1 2FF, LN1 2FZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN1 2BZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.4% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 52% | 49.6% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 23.6% | 30.1% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 50% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.6% | 52.8% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 33.6% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.1% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around LN1 2BZ this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 9.2% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 10.4% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 12.6% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.4% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 15.8% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 43% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.8% | 96.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.9% | 37.2% | 1.7% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stow Road was 26.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.7% lower than the Lea average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Stow Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Lea and the 77th lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 51.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| York Place, 82 Stow Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-08-25 | £342,784 |
| Ivy Cottage Stow Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,950 | 2022-07-05 | £473,060 |
| 60 Stow Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-06-24 | £229,044 |
| 48 Stow Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-01-28 | £451,967 |
| 62 Stow Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,500 | 2021-04-30 | £236,290 |
LN1 2BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 171 |
| Retired | 119 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 34 |
| Education | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sturton by Stow Primary School School Lane , Sturton-by-Stow LN1 2BY | 3out of 4 | 457 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marton Academy Stow Park Road , Marton DN21 5AG | 3out of 4 | 4,779 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tillbridge Tastery | 4 High Street | 938 yd | |
| The Cross Keys | Cross Keys, 4 Stow Park Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative | 1 Marton Road | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sturton By Stow Primary School STURTON BY STOW COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL STURTON BY STOW COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 344 yd |
| Sturton By Stow Recreation Field Fleets Road | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 40.5% |
| 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 | 59.5% |
| Median download speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.06 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.06 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.