Willow Lane is in Dunston, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN4 2EP is located in the Metheringham Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sleaford and North Hykeham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Lane, Dunston, Lincoln, LN4 2EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN4 2EW, LN4 2EH, LN4 2EJ, LN4 2ES, LN4 2HJ, LN4 2HE, LN4 2HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN4 2EP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.2% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50% | 48.8% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 LN4 2EP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 24% | 26.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 57.6% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 49.1% | 51.7% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 32% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 12.1% | -4.7% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 15.9% | 11.7% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 9.1% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 16.2% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16.8% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 36.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 95.1% | 96.6% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 96.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Lane was 37.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.2% lower than the Branston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Lane has the 12th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Branston and the 171st highest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 103.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penny Acres Willow Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-11-03 | £475,535 |
| Shalom Willow Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-06-21 | £457,137 |
| Orchard Lodge Willow Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-06-09 | £457,137 |
| Shalom Willow Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-08-12 | £280,079 |
| Orchard Lodge Willow Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2017-03-27 | £410,111 |
LN4 2EP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunston St Peter's Church of England Primary School Back Lane , Dunston LN4 2EH | 3out of 4 | 28 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nocton Community Primary School The Green , Nocton LN4 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Metheringham Primary School Princes Street , Metheringham LN4 3BX | 3out of 4 | 2,092 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Potterhanworth Church of England Primary School Main Road , Potterhanworth LN4 2DT | 3out of 4 | 3,453 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | Middle Street | 130 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dunston St Peters Ce School BACK LANE | grass pitches | 149 yd |
| Red Lion Dunston Fc DOLLYS YARD DOLLYS YARD FRONT STREET | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Nocton Cricket Club The Bridleway | grass pitches | 938 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 | 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% |
| Median download speed | 44.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.88 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.