Harrowby Close is in Digby, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN4 3NQ is located in the Ashby de la Launde, Digby & Scopwick 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 Harrowby Close, Digby, Lincoln, LN4 3NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN4 3NH, LN4 3NE, LN4 3YJ, LN4 3NF, LN4 3LY, LN4 3LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN4 3NQ 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 | 51.5% | 50% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50% | 1.5% | 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 LN4 3NQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 19.3% | 24.6% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 58.2% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.2% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.7% | 43.1% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 33.6% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 16.2% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.7% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 19.7% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 15% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 16.7% | 5.2% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 8.2% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16.7% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 21.5% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.1% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.2% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrowby Close was 34.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.4% higher than the Ashby de la Launde, Digby & Scopwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harrowby Close has the 20th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ashby de la Launde, Digby & Scopwick and the 163rd lowest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Harrowby Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £284,000 | 2016-05-17 | £412,825 |
| 1 Harrowby Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2014-12-01 | £222,820 |
LN4 3NQ 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digby Church of England School Church Street , Digby LN4 3LZ | 2out of 4 | 203 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Digby the Tedder Primary School Trenchard Road , Ashby-De-La-Launde LN4 3JY | 4out of 4 | 3,970 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskington Chestnut Street Church of England Academy Chestnut Street , Ruskington NG34 9DL | 3out of 4 | 4,484 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchelsea Primary School Ruskington Sleaford Road , Ruskington NG34 9BY | 3out of 4 | 4,506 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walcott Primary School Pinfold Lane , Walcott LN4 3SX | 3out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Pub | Church Street | 458 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Digby War Memorial Hall DIGBY MEMORIAL HALL DIGBY MEMORIAL HALL NORTH STREET | 197 yd | |
| Digby Ce School CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 323 yd |
| Digby Playing Field Lincoln Road | grass pitches | 534 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 | 36.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 48.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 48.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.