Chestnut Close is in Metheringham, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN4 3FB 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 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chestnut Close, Metheringham, Lincoln, LN4 3FB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN4 3YH, LN4 3DR, LN4 3YQ, LN4 3YT, LN4 3YN, LN4 3XD, LN4 3YG, LN4 3YP, LN4 3ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN4 3FB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 51.9% | -4.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 43.5% | 48.1% | 4.6% | 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 | 30.3% | 34.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 45.6% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 14% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 61.6% | 49.7% | -11.9% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 33% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 15.4% | 8.8% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 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 LN4 3FB this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.8% | 7.6% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 9.2% | -10.0% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 17.2% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 23.1% | 22% | -1.1% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 38% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.7% | 96.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 96.7% | 92% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 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 | 96.1% | 92.6% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Close was 21.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.8% lower than the Branston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Branston and the 92nd lowest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Chestnut Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £266,000 | 2025-09-01 | £266,000 |
| 4 Chestnut Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2025-04-24 | £270,236 |
| 5 Chestnut Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-03-10 | £205,167 |
| 8 Chestnut Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2022-11-14 | £215,573 |
| 10 Chestnut Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-02-26 | £194,492 |
LN4 3FB 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 | 142 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Metheringham Primary School Princes Street , Metheringham LN4 3BX | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunston St Peter's Church of England Primary School Back Lane , Dunston LN4 2EH | 3out of 4 | 1,318 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nocton Community Primary School The Green , Nocton LN4 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,523 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Potterhanworth Church of England Primary School Main Road , Potterhanworth LN4 2DT | 3out of 4 | 4,767 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilly's Tea and Gift Shop Ltd | 15a High Street | 598 yd | |
| Maharaaj | 13 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Fenlake Cafe | Fen Lane | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Londesborough Arms | Middle Street | 574 yd | |
| The Lincolnshire Poacher Inn | High Street | 668 yd | |
| Metheringham Bowls Club | Princes Street | 734 yd | |
| The Star & Garter | Princes Street | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Wok | 61 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Turgay's Place | 15 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Kelly's Catch | 47 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 13 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Sab's Plaice | 1 Caroline Road | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Society | 26-28 High Street | 581 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Metheringham Squash Rackets Club FEN ROAD | squash courts | 550 yd |
| Metheringham Swimming Pool PRINCES STREET | swimming pool | 811 yd |
| Metheringham Sports Field PRINCES STREET | grass pitches | 893 yd |
| Red Lion Dunston Fc DOLLYS YARD DOLLYS YARD FRONT STREET | grass pitches | 1,039 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 | 63.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.