Riseholme Road is in Lincoln and in Lincoln district. LN1 3SN is located in the Minster electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lincoln. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Riseholme Road, Lincoln, LN1 3SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN1 3SP, LN1 3SW, LN2 2ET, LN1 3SL, LN2 2EY, LN2 2JJ, LN2 2JL, LN2 2EU, LN2 2ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN1 3SN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51.5% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46.3% | 48.5% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LN1 3SN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.5% | 52.4% | 17.9% | 37.9% | 14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 28.3% | -12.9% | 44.2% | -15.9% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 18.1% | 12.7% | -5.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 44.1% | 42.8% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 32.9% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 13% | 17.5% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 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 3SN this area, 29.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.3% | 29.9% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 14.4% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 15.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.9% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 15.2% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 16.3% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.5% | 94.1% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 96.3% | 93.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.9% | 76.7% | -13.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.3% | 13.5% | 18.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57% | 37.2% | 19.8% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riseholme Road was 109.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.1% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Riseholme Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Castle and the 130th highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Lincoln .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 98.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Riseholme Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,500 | 2025-03-21 | £407,329 |
| 33 Riseholme Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-07-16 | £267,118 |
| 49 Riseholme Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-03-19 | £374,064 |
| 7 Riseholme Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2020-12-16 | £799,611 |
| 25 Riseholme Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2020-12-02 | £353,451 |
LN1 3SN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in LN1 3SN area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 31 |
| Other | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lincoln St Giles Nursery School Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Street Academy Mount Street , LN1 3JG | 4out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ermine Primary Academy Redbourne Drive , LN2 2HG | 1out of 4 | 940 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy Laughton Way , LN2 2HE | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Academy Westgate , LN1 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School Greetwellgate , LN2 4AW | 4out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Castle Academy Riseholme Road , LN1 3SP | 3out of 4 | 52 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | 3out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln UTC Lindum Road , LN2 1PF | 3out of 4 | 1,795 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy Western Avenue , LN6 7SX | 3out of 4 | 4,688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Academy LSST Cross O'Cliff Hill , LN5 8PW | 4out of 4 | 4,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College Monks Road , LN2 5HQ | - not rated | 2,023 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The St Francis Special School, Lincoln Wickenby Crescent , Ermine Estate LN1 3TJ | 4out of 4 | 231 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Grosseteste University Newport , LN1 3DY | - not rated | 448 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Futures Sports Pavillion , Ravendale Drive LN2 2JN | - not rated | 603 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln Macaulay Drive , LN2 4EL | - not rated | 1,504 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Minster School Upper Lindum Street , LN2 5RW | - not rated | 1,682 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickles Cafe | Yarborough Leisure Centre, Riseholme Road | 132 yd | |
| Subway Birchwood | BP Filling Station, Skellingthorpe Road | 171 yd | |
| St John The Baptist Church Hall | Sudbrooke Drive | 404 yd | |
| Bishop Grosseteste University | Longdales Road | 438 yd | |
| Cafe Ella | 55 Newport | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lincoln Imp | Blankney Crescent | 382 yd | |
| Post Office Club | Dunkirk Road | 681 yd | |
| The Ivy Tavern | 51 Newport | 884 yd | |
| Castle Ward WMC | Kingsley Street | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef King | 11 Lambeth House, Woodhall Drive | 726 yd | |
| Fish King | 8 Lambeth House, Woodhall Drive | 726 yd | |
| Leon Cantonese & Chinese Takeaway | 85 Newport | 744 yd | |
| Papa's Pizza/Raman Burger | 11 Trelawney House, 11 Trelawney Crescent | 876 yd | |
| Newport Fish Bar | 20 Newport | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-op Riseholme Road Food Store | 43 Riseholme Road | 1 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-op Woodhall Drive Food Store | Lambeth House, Woodhall Drive | 726 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-op Burton Road Food Store | 95-97 Burton Road | 1,057 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yarborough Leisure Centre RISEHOLME ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 218 yd |
| Bishop Grosseteste University LONGDALES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 381 yd |
| Sobraon Barracks Playing Fields SPIRE CLOSE | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Lincoln College (Ravendale Drive) CORNWALL HOUSE CORNWALL HOUSE RAVENDALE DRIVE | grass pitches | 583 yd |
| Crusaders Table Tennis Club CRUSADER TABLE TENNIS CLUB CRUSADER TABLE TENNIS CLUB DUNKIRK ROAD | 590 yd | |
| The Sudbrooke Drive Community Centre SUDBROOKE DRIVE | grass pitches | 759 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 207.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.