Willowfield Avenue is in Nettleham, Lincoln and in West Lindsey district. LN2 2TJ 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 Willowfield Avenue, Nettleham, Lincoln, LN2 2TJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN2 2TE, LN2 2TF, LN2 2TB, LN2 2TQ, LN2 2TD, LN2 2TH, LN2 2FH, LN2 2TL, LN2 2FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN2 2TJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.8% | 50% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.2% | 50% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 2TJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65% 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 | 11.8% | 20.7% | 8.9% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.6% | 65% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 20.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 4.9% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 11% | 8.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 38.1% | 41.5% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 42.7% | 34.9% | -7.8% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 15.9% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 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 | 16.7% | 12.5% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 16.5% | 4.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16.1% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.7% | 37.1% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.4% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.3% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97.9% | 94.1% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 94.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willowfield Avenue was 7.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.0% lower than the Cherry Willingham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Willowfield Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Cherry Willingham and the 13th lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Willowfield Avenue, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2005-10-19 | £210,809 |
LN2 2TJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2TJ 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 | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | 3,699 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 | 395 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nettleham Infant and Nursery School All Saints Lane , Nettleham LN2 2NT | 4out of 4 | 541 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Carlton Academy Carlton Boulevard , LN2 4AG | 4out of 4 | 3,142 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School Sudbrooke Road , Scothern LN2 2UZ | 4out of 4 | 3,151 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reepham Church of England Primary School High Street , Reepham LN3 4DP | 4out of 4 | 3,468 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 3,109 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Farr CofE Comprehensive School Lincoln Road , Welton LN2 3JB | 4out of 4 | 4,202 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | 3out of 4 | 4,265 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Castle Academy Riseholme Road , LN1 3SP | 3out of 4 | 4,651 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,674 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Futures Sports Pavillion , Ravendale Drive LN2 2JN | - not rated | 4,184 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Francis Special School, Lincoln Wickenby Crescent , Ermine Estate LN1 3TJ | 4out of 4 | 4,615 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Grosseteste University Newport , LN1 3DY | - not rated | 4,746 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Minster School Upper Lindum Street , LN2 5RW | - not rated | 5,203 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 | 380 yd | |
| Seven Districts Coffee | 1 East Street | 419 yd | |
| Nettleham Grill | Unit 3, 19 The Green | 462 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Police | Lincolnshire Fire and Police Headquarters, Deepdale Lane | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Horse | Black Horse, Cross Street | 438 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | The Plough, 1 The Green | 463 yd | |
| Lincoln Rugby Football Club | Longdales Park, Lodge Lane | 655 yd | |
| Dough Loco @ The White Hart | The White Hart, 14 High Street | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nettleham Pizzeria | Unit 5, 19 The Green | 458 yd | |
| Oriental City | Unit 4, 19 The Green | 461 yd | |
| Greek2Me Takeaway | 2 Church Street | 481 yd | |
| Franky's | 5 Church Street | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | 19 The Green | 408 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mulsanne Park THE PAVILION THE PAVILION FIELD CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 490 yd |
| Lonsdale Park LONGDALE PARK LONGDALE PARK LODGE LANE | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| Lincolnshire Police Hq (Closed) Deepdale Lane | grass pitches | 1,085 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.