Westgate is in Louth and in East Lindsey district. LN11 9YH is located in the Priory & St James' 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 Westgate, Louth, LN11 9YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN11 9YJ, LN11 9YL, LN11 9LN, LN11 9YN, LN11 9LP, LN11 9YQ, LN11 9YP, LN11 9LL, LN11 9YW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN11 9YH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.4% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.6% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 24.2% | 28% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 46.9% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 7.9% | -7.4% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 14.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
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 | 36.8% | 40.9% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 38.7% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 15.1% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 19.9% | 24.2% | 4.3% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 6.7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12.7% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 14.3% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.4% | 36.9% | -2.5% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.8% | 95.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 96.1% | 93.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westgate was 153.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.9% lower than the Priory & St James' average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Westgate has the 8th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Priory & St James' and the 80th highest crime rate of 489 local areas in East Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32A Westgate, Louth, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £531,052 | 2025-09-18 | £542,878 |
| Old National School Westgate, Louth, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-09-18 | £356,913 |
| 32 Westgate, Louth, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2024-08-09 | £189,804 |
| 18 Westgate, Louth, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-09-28 | £185,481 |
| 30 Westgate, Louth, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-06-08 | £162,991 |
LN11 9YH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LN11 9YH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidgate Academy Kidgate , East Lindsey LN11 9BX | - not rated | 798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Louth Kidgate Primary School Kidgate , LN11 9BX | - not rated | 798 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England School, Louth Monks Dyke Road , LN11 9AR | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Infants and Nursery Academy Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Louth Eastfield Infants' and Nursery School Lacey Gardens , LN11 8DQ | - not rated | 1,613 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI Grammar School Edward Street , LN11 9LL | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King Edward VI Grammar School, Louth Edward Street , LN11 9LL | - not rated | 302 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cordeaux Academy North Holme Road , LN11 0HG | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cordeaux Academy North Holme Road , LN11 0HG | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cordeaux School North Holme Road , LN11 0HG | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Deighton Close School, Louth Deighton Close , LN11 0RS | - not rated | 600 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenwich House School 106 High Holme Road , LN11 0HE | - not rated | 1,128 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's School, Louth Wood Lane , LN11 8RS | - not rated | 2,094 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's School Wood Lane , LN11 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,094 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mansion House | 12 Upgate, Louth | 442 yd | |
| Millie May'S | 26 Upgate, Louth | 454 yd | |
| Il Padrino | 34 Upgate, Louth | 454 yd | |
| Via Italia | 9 Upgate, Louth | 455 yd | |
| Istanbul | 17 Upgate, Louth | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf Inn | The Wheatsheaf, 62 Westgate | 260 yd | |
| The Greyhound Inn | 38 Upgate, Louth | 487 yd | |
| The Kings Head Hotel | Kings Head, 10 Mercer Row | 571 yd | |
| Blocktails Cocktail Bar | 13E Cornmarket, Louth | 583 yd | |
| Masons Arms & Chuck Burger | Masons Arms Hotel, Cornmarket | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral House | 36 Upgate, Louth | 454 yd | |
| Samuels Takeaway | Samuels Nightclub, Eastgate | 616 yd | |
| Marmaris Pizzas | 26 Aswell Street, Louth | 703 yd | |
| Turkish Delight | 2 Aswell Street, Louth | 703 yd | |
| Turkish Grill | 3 Aswell Street, Louth | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods | 53 Eastgate, Louth | 716 yd | |
| Co-Operative Society | Co Op Supermarket, Northgate | 730 yd | |
| Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Supermarket, 156-158 Eastgate | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The King Edward Vi Grammar School Crowtree Lane | grass pitches | 219 yd |
| Louth Golf Club LOUTH GOLF CLUB LOUTH GOLF CLUB CROWTREE LANE | golf, squash courts | 360 yd |
| Bodiz Gym (Closed) Upgate | health and fitness suite | 479 yd |
| Kidgate Primary Academy KIDGATE | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Charles Street Recreation Ground CHARLES STREET | tennis courts | 936 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 | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.