Needhams Meadow is in Bilsby, Alford and in East Lindsey district. LN13 9JQ is located in the Alford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Louth and Horncastle. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Needhams Meadow, Bilsby, Alford, LN13 9JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN13 9JQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 47.4% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 47.9% | 52.6% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LN13 9JQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.5% | 24.9% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 57.1% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 8.2% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 8.6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 41% | 34.4% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -14.0% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 39.1% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 21.7% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around LN13 9JQ this area, 28.3% 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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.7% | 28.3% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.9% | 12.6% | -10.3% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 13% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 20.4% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.2% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 97.4% | 97.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.8% | 37.2% | -4.4% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Needhams Meadow was 7.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.2% lower than the Alford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Needhams Meadow has the lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Alford and the 16th lowest crime rate of 488 local areas in East Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.9%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Rest Needhams Meadow, Alford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2005-08-10 | £487,245 |
LN13 9JQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LN13 9JQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alford Primary School Hanby Lane , LN13 9BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,741 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huttoft Primary & Nursery School Church Lane , Huttoft LN13 9RE | 2out of 4 | 4,472 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helena's Church of England Primary School, Willoughby Main Road , Willoughby LN13 9NH | 2out of 4 | 4,714 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College Hanby Lane , LN13 9BL | 2out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar Alford - A Selective Academy Station Road , LN13 9HY | 4out of 4 | 2,497 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.