The Link is in Louth and in East Lindsey district. LN11 8BA is located in the Trinity electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Louth and Horncastle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Link, Louth, LN11 8BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN11 8BB, LN11 8BD, LN11 8BJ, LN11 8BE, LN11 8AU, LN11 8AS, LN11 8DS, LN11 8AT, LN11 8AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LN11 8BA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 53.1% | 52.6% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 46.9% | 47.4% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 LN11 8BA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% 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 | 36.6% | 43.6% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 37.4% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 10.9% | -3.8% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 4.7% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.3% | 38.8% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 31.5% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 24% | 17.9% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.5% | 25% | -15.5% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.4% | 15.2% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 21.9% | 6.4% | 13.4% | 8.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 14.5% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.9% | 14.8% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 99% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 31.2% | 13.5% | 17.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Link was 85.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.3% lower than the North Holme average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Link has the 15th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in North Holme and the 141st highest crime rate of 488 local areas in East Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 The Link, Louth, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,950 | 2020-12-14 | £145,865 |
| 8 The Link, Louth, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £136,950 | 2020-09-25 | £171,630 |
| 10 The Link, Louth, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-10-24 | £204,145 |
| 9 The Link, Louth, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2012-10-15 | £159,824 |
| 12 The Link, Louth, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2011-10-19 | £165,013 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lacey Gardens Junior Academy Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DH | 3out of 4 | 380 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Infants and Nursery Academy Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DQ | 2out of 4 | 433 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England School, Louth Monks Dyke Road , LN11 9AR | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Louth Kidgate Primary Academy Kidgate , LN11 9BX | 4out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Wold Church of England Primary School Station Road , Legbourne LN11 8LD | 3out of 4 | 4,650 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louth Academy Monks' Dyke Road , LN11 9AW | 1out of 4 | 689 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Grammar School Edward Street , LN11 9LL | 4out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bernard's School Wood Lane , LN11 8RS | 3out of 4 | 284 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich House School 106 High Holme Road , LN11 0HE | - not rated | 1,373 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe On Rink 6 | Louth District Indoor Bowling Club, Birch Road | 214 yd | |
| Louth 13+ Project Youth And Community | Louth Youth Centre, Park Avenue | 698 yd | |
| The Priory Hotel | Priory Hotel, 149 Eastgate | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woolpack | The Woolpack Inn, Riverhead Road | 901 yd | |
| The Gas Lamp Lounge | The Gas Lamp Lounge, Unit 13 | 904 yd | |
| The White Horse | White Horse Inn, 24 Kenwick Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish And Chick | 81 Park Avenue, Louth | 559 yd | |
| Aqua Vita Health Bar | Meridian Leisure Centre, Wood Lane | 588 yd | |
| Hunters | 159 Newmarket, Louth | 1,071 yd | |
| Pizza Paradise (Louth) Ltd | 152-154 Eastgate, Louth | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Society | The Co Operative Food, 155 Newmarket | 1,071 yd | |
| Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Supermarket, 156-158 Eastgate | 1,090 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Louth & District Indoor Bowls Club BIRCH ROAD | indoor bowls | 256 yd |
| Meridian Leisure Centre MERIDIAN LEISURE CENTRE MERIDIAN LEISURE CENTRE WOOD LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 322 yd |
| Monks' Dyke Tennyson College Grass Pitches Monks Dyke Road | grass pitches | 406 yd |
| Wood Lane WOOD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Park Avenue (Closed) Park Avenue | grass pitches | 499 yd |
| Louth Academy (South Campus) Monks Dyke Road | 816 yd | |
| Louth Swimming Pool & Lifestyle Fitness Suite (Closed) Riverhead Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 937 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.