Monks Road is in Lincoln and in Lincoln district. LN2 5PL is located in the Abbey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lincoln. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Monks Road, Lincoln, LN2 5PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN2 5JX, LN2 5PN, LN2 5PJ, LN2 5JY, LN2 5NF, LN2 5NG, LN2 5NQ, LN2 5NH, LN2 5NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN2 5PL 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 | 48.2% | 47.4% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51.8% | 52.6% | 0.8% | 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 area around LN2 5PL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.6% | 54.8% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.8% | 29% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 8.4% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 38.9% | 43% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 46.9% | 38.5% | -8.4% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 14.2% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 20.5% | 20% | -0.5% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 9.7% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 8.1% | -12.7% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 17.1% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 33.2% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 0.8% | 5.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.4% | 85.8% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 66.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 66.8% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -16.4% |
| European Union | 11.9% | 23.7% | 11.8% | 6.1% | 17.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 5.6% | 2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.2% | 66.9% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -16.3% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 7.7% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.9% | 8.7% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 9% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 7.7% | 4.7% | 1.9% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 48.4% | 76.7% | -28.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Lithuania | 4% | 0.3% | 3.7% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 4% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 9% | 1.5% | 7.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48% | 37.2% | 10.8% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monks Road was 88.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.6% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Monks Road has the 53rd lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Abbey and the 157th highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Lincoln .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152 Monks Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-07-26 | £69,015 |
| 156 Monks Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-07-09 | £122,473 |
| 162 Monks Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-03-06 | £182,534 |
| 152 Monks Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2020-01-20 | £80,504 |
| 158 Monks Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2016-03-18 | £175,819 |
| Full-Time Employee | 176 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,549 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Monks Abbey Primary School Monks Road , LN2 5PF | 3out of 4 | 180 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School Greetwellgate , LN2 4AW | 4out of 4 | 923 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles Academy Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | 1out of 4 | 1,550 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Academy Westgate , LN1 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School Kingsway , LN5 8EU | 3out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln UTC Lindum Road , LN2 1PF | 3out of 4 | 1,038 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | 3out of 4 | 1,042 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Castle Academy Riseholme Road , LN1 3SP | 3out of 4 | 2,329 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Academy LSST Cross O'Cliff Hill , LN5 8PW | 4out of 4 | 3,342 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy Western Avenue , LN6 7SX | 3out of 4 | 3,943 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 | 840 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory Witham Academy De Wint Avenue , LN6 7DT | 3out of 4 | 4,925 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Minster School Upper Lindum Street , LN2 5RW | - not rated | 846 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln Macaulay Drive , LN2 4EL | - not rated | 1,659 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincolnshire Secure Unit Care of: Lincolnshire County Council , County Offices LN1 1YL | - not rated | 1,832 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Grosseteste University Newport , LN1 3DY | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Lincoln Vice Chancellors Office , Brayford Pool LN6 7TS | - not rated | 2,003 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Hospital Day Nursery | Sewell Road | 219 yd | |
| LCH Ward Kitchens | Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road | 359 yd | |
| County Restaurant | Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road | 359 yd | |
| ULHTea @ Lincoln | Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road | 361 yd | |
| H M Prison | Greetwell Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Hospital Sports & Social Club | St Annes Road | 590 yd | |
| Dog & Bone Lincoln | 10 John Street | 767 yd | |
| The Birdcage | 54 Baggholme Road | 849 yd | |
| Peacock Inn | 23 Wragby Road | 954 yd | |
| Adam & Eve | 25 Lindum Road | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lantern | 201 Monks Road | 322 yd | |
| Tower Pizza | 199 Monks Road | 322 yd | |
| Hot Masala | 113 Monks Road | 738 yd | |
| Baggholme Fish Shop | 56 Baggholme Road | 847 yd | |
| Tillys Lincoln Ltd | Jewsons, Deacon Road | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-op Monks Road Food Store | 189 Monks Road | 421 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Direct Fitness (Lincoln City) WITHAM PARK HOUSE WITHAM PARK HOUSE WATERSIDE SOUTH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 765 yd |
| Lincoln College (Deans Sport And Leisure) MONKS ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 951 yd |
| Lincoln Minster School HILLSIDE HILLSIDE LINDUM TERRACE | 968 yd | |
| Lincoln Christs Hospital School WRAGBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,091 yd |
| Lincoln College (Closed) Monks Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,093 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.