Westway is in Nettleham, Lincoln and in West Lindsey district. LN2 2SD 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 Westway, Nettleham, Lincoln, LN2 2SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN2 2RY, LN2 2RU, LN2 2SB, LN2 2RL, LN2 2RT, LN2 2TG, LN2 2RJ, LN2 2RX, LN2 2RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN2 2SD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 56.5% | 49.2% | -7.3% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 43.5% | 50.8% | 7.3% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 LN2 2SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 21.3% | 21.7% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 55.8% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.5% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 10.9% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 45% | 46.6% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 33.7% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 13.3% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.4% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.8% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.1% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 21.2% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 36.9% | 1.8% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.1% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.7% | 97.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westway was 15.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.0% lower than the Cherry Willingham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Westway has the 11th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Cherry Willingham and the 31st lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Westway, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £270,700 | 2025-06-12 | £299,373 |
| 7 Westway, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-07-04 | £259,831 |
| 6 Westway, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-07-08 | £263,775 |
| 8 Westway, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £269,950 | 2022-06-27 | £284,129 |
| 2 Westway, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-04-07 | £320,833 |
LN2 2SD 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 LN2 2SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nettleham Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School Mill Hill , Nettleham LN2 2PE | 3out of 4 | 199 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nettleham Infant and Nursery School All Saints Lane , Nettleham LN2 2NT | 4out of 4 | 537 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Carlton Academy Carlton Boulevard , LN2 4AG | 4out of 4 | 2,815 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reepham Church of England Primary School High Street , Reepham LN3 4DP | 4out of 4 | 3,370 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles Academy Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | 1out of 4 | 3,370 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory Pembroke Academy Croft Lane , Cherry Willingham LN3 4JP | 1out of 4 | 2,921 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | 3out of 4 | 3,968 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Castle Academy Riseholme Road , LN1 3SP | 3out of 4 | 4,418 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Farr CofE Comprehensive School Lincoln Road , Welton LN2 3JB | 4out of 4 | 4,523 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln UTC Lindum Road , LN2 1PF | 3out of 4 | 5,232 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College Monks Road , LN2 5HQ | - not rated | 5,257 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln Macaulay Drive , LN2 4EL | - not rated | 3,388 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Futures Sports Pavillion , Ravendale Drive LN2 2JN | - not rated | 3,934 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Francis Special School, Lincoln Wickenby Crescent , Ermine Estate LN1 3TJ | 4out of 4 | 4,396 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Grosseteste University Newport , LN1 3DY | - not rated | 4,494 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Minster School Upper Lindum Street , LN2 5RW | - not rated | 4,909 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tea Cosy | 10 The Green | 417 yd | |
| Nettleham Grill | Unit 3, 19 The Green | 452 yd | |
| Seven Districts Coffee | 1 East Street | 475 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Police | Lincolnshire Fire and Police Headquarters, Deepdale Lane | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | The Plough, 1 The Green | 441 yd | |
| The Black Horse | Black Horse, Cross Street | 462 yd | |
| Lincoln Rugby Football Club | Longdales Park, Lodge Lane | 587 yd | |
| Dough Loco @ The White Hart | The White Hart, 14 High Street | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franky's | 5 Church Street | 444 yd | |
| Greek2Me Takeaway | 2 Church Street | 452 yd | |
| Oriental City | Unit 4, 19 The Green | 454 yd | |
| Nettleham Pizzeria | Unit 5, 19 The Green | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | 19 The Green | 365 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mulsanne Park THE PAVILION THE PAVILION FIELD CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 240 yd |
| Lonsdale Park LONGDALE PARK LONGDALE PARK LODGE LANE | grass pitches | 734 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.