Eastholm is in Lincoln and in West Lindsey district. LN2 4RU is located in the Cherry Willingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 2005-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eastholm, Lincoln, LN2 4RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN2 4QW, LN2 4RG, LN2 4RF, LN2 4GE, LN2 4GF, LN2 4QU, LN2 4TQ, LN2 4QX, LN2 4TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN2 4RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 50.1% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49.9% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 38.3% | 39% | 0.7% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 46.7% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 8.9% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.5% | 57.5% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 9.1% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 33.7% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 7.9% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 LN2 4RU this area, 6.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 6.9% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 9.2% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 21.8% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.7% | 46.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 12.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 3.8% |
| Indian | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 89.5% | -7.9% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
In this area, 87% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 87% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 5.8% | 5.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 86.5% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.8% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastholm was 73.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.4% higher than the Cherry Willingham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Eastholm has the 6th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Cherry Willingham and the 112th highest crime rate of 307 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Eastholm, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-08-18 | £263,155 |
| 15 Eastholm, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2025-07-09 | £191,227 |
| 5 Eastholm, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2024-08-23 | £219,355 |
| 17 Eastholm, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2023-12-14 | £230,371 |
| 20 Eastholm, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2023-04-17 | £223,399 |
LN2 4RU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 153 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 1,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Nursery School Michaelgate , LN1 3BT | - not rated | 3,609 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Carlton Academy Carlton Boulevard , LN2 4AG | - not rated | 614 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln St Gile's Infant School Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles Academy Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | - not rated | 1,619 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles Academy Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | - not rated | 1,690 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chad Varah Primary School Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | - not rated | 1,690 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | - not rated | 2,115 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | - not rated | 2,115 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Willingham Community School Croft Lane , Cherry Willingham LN3 4JP | - not rated | 2,644 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Pembroke Academy Croft Lane , Cherry Willingham LN3 4JP | 3out of 4 | 2,644 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Castle Academy Riseholme Road , LN1 3SP | 1out of 4 | 3,189 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,304 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Leas Education Centre 4 High Leas , Nettleham LN2 2TA | - not rated | 3,016 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northmoor Primary School - Lincoln Campus 4 High Leas , Nettleham LN2 2TA | - not rated | 3,016 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Minster School Upper Lindum Street , LN2 5RW | - not rated | 3,021 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonefield House School Church Lane , LN2 1QR | - not rated | 3,037 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lincolnshire Poacher | Kennington House, Bunkers Hill | 513 yd | |
| Caffe Pausa | Dunelm Mill, Carlton Boulevard | 661 yd | |
| Costa | 18 The Carlton Centre, Carlton Boulevard | 691 yd | |
| Mamma's and More | 7 Alexander Walk | 1,084 yd | |
| Little Lincoln | 9 Alexander Walk | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-op Carlton Centre Food Store | The Carlton Centre, 6-8 Alexander Walk | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Carlton Academy CARLTON BOULEVARD | grass pitches | 792 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.