Dales Way is in Louth and in East Lindsey district. LN11 0AF is located in the North Holme electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Louth and Horncastle. This postcode has been in use since 2013-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dales Way, Louth, LN11 0AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN11 0BP, LN11 0AB, LN11 0UF, LN11 0AD, LN11 0WH, LN11 0AQ, LN11 0AJ, LN11 0GA, LN11 0AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LN11 0AF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 54% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 46% | 46% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 22.2% | 40.5% | 18.3% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 36.8% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 12.3% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 6% | -9.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.7% | 40.4% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 34.6% | -4.0% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 23.2% | 17.4% | -5.8% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 6.8% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.2% | 21.5% | -15.7% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 11.8% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 20.2% | 7.2% | 13.4% | 6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 18.8% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 17.5% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 96.7% | 98.1% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 98.1% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.2% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.2% | 76.7% | -15.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 38.6% | 13.5% | 25.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dales Way was 161.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.1% higher than the North Holme average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dales Way has the 8th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in North Holme and the 70th highest crime rate of 488 local areas in East Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Dales Way, Louth, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,500 | 2018-07-06 | £130,650 |
| 11 Dales Way, Louth, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £32,488 | 2015-02-20 | £52,289 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastfield Infants and Nursery Academy Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Louth Eastfield Infants' and Nursery School Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DQ | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lacey Gardens Junior School Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DH | - not rated | 1,329 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lacey Gardens Junior Academy Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DH | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidgate Academy Kidgate , East Lindsey LN11 9BX | - not rated | 1,455 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cordeaux Academy North Holme Road , LN11 0HG | - not rated | 474 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cordeaux Academy North Holme Road , LN11 0HG | - not rated | 474 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cordeaux School North Holme Road , LN11 0HG | - not rated | 474 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Louth Academy Monks' Dyke Road , LN11 9AW | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monks' Dyke Tennyson College Monks' Dyke Road , LN11 9AW | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwich House School 106 High Holme Road , LN11 0HE | - not rated | 643 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's School, Louth Wood Lane , LN11 8RS | - not rated | 1,983 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's School Wood Lane , LN11 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,983 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deighton Close School, Louth Deighton Close , LN11 0RS | - not rated | 1,993 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverhead Cafe & Bar | Riverhead Theatre, Victoria Road | 657 yd | |
| Play Factory Louth Ltd | Unit 1 To 2, Bolingbroke Road | 954 yd | |
| Workhouse Diner | Louth County Hospital, High Holme Road | 1,015 yd | |
| Nhs Lincolnshire | Louth County Hospital, High Holme Road | 1,015 yd | |
| The Priory Hotel | Priory Hotel, 149 Eastgate | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Fathers Moustache | My Fathers Moustache, North Holme Road | 446 yd | |
| The Woolpack | The Woolpack Inn, Riverhead Road | 915 yd | |
| The Gas Lamp Lounge | The Gas Lamp Lounge, Unit 13 | 989 yd | |
| Recreational Hall | Louth County Hospital, High Holme Road | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven | 32 Brackenborough Road, Louth | 311 yd | |
| The Wood Shed Pizza | 4 Bolingbroke Court, Bolingbroke Road | 791 yd | |
| Hanks Louth Takeaway | Unit 10, Tattershall Park | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Supermarket, Newbridge Hill | 611 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-Operative Ltd | Lincolnshire Co Operative, Newbridge Hill | 611 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Louth Academy (North Campus) North Holme Road | grass pitches | 450 yd |
| Louth Swimming Pool & Lifestyle Fitness Suite (Closed) Riverhead Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 871 yd |
| Charles Street Recreation Ground CHARLES STREET | tennis courts | 901 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 | 70.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.3% |
| 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 | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.63 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.63 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.