LN2 2LY is in Grange De Lings, Lincoln and West Lindsey district. LN2 2LY is located in the Nettleham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grange De Lings, Lincoln, LN2 2LY 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. However, the area surrounding LN2 2LY is primarily male, with 54.4% of the population 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 | 56.3% | 45.6% | -10.7% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 43.7% | 54.4% | 10.7% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 | 60.2% | 35.8% | -24.4% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.5% | 46.3% | 16.8% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 12.7% | 6.5% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 47.5% | 44.6% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 38.5% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 13.5% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 8.7% | 15.8% | 7.1% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 29% | 14.3% | -14.7% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24.5% | 26.3% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 24.8% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 95.8% | 94.6% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 94.6% | 97.3% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 97.3% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LN2 2LY was 54.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.1% higher than the Cherry Willingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
LN2 2LY has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Cherry Willingham and the 139th highest crime rate of 307 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Watering Dyke Cottages, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2017-07-31 | £149,408 |
| 1 Watering Dyke Cottages, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2015-04-28 | £337,950 |
| 3 Watering Dyke Cottages, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2012-04-26 | £152,049 |
| 2 Watering Dyke Cottages, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,500 | 2007-08-17 | £129,696 |
| 2 Watering Dyke Cottages, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2006-12-12 | £93,090 |
LN2 2LY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 student residents living in LN2 2LY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 34 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 5,083 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pollyplatt Primary School School Lane , Scampton LN1 2TP | 3out of 4 | 1,931 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scampton Church of England Primary School High Street , Scampton LN1 2SD | 3out of 4 | 3,363 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nettleham Infant and Nursery School All Saints Lane , Nettleham LN2 2NT | 4out of 4 | 4,108 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ermine Primary Academy Redbourne Drive , LN2 2HG | 1out of 4 | 4,118 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 | 4,425 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,413 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Farr CofE Comprehensive School Lincoln Road , Welton LN2 3JB | 4out of 4 | 4,908 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | 3out of 4 | 5,467 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,149 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Futures Sports Pavillion , Ravendale Drive LN2 2JN | - not rated | 4,501 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Grosseteste University Newport , LN1 3DY | - not rated | 4,791 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln Macaulay Drive , LN2 4EL | - not rated | 4,936 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC Event Caterers Ltd | Lincolnshire Show Ground, Horncastle Lane | 518 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 | 0.0% |
| 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.