Butt Lane is in Walcott, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN4 3SS is located in the Billinghay 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 Butt Lane, Walcott, Lincoln, LN4 3SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN4 3SR, LN4 3TE, LN4 3SY, LN4 3ST, LN4 3SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN4 3SS 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 | 54.1% | 50% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 45.9% | 50% | 4.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.5% | 33.6% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 47.5% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 4.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 47.6% | 38.7% | -8.9% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 40.5% | 6.8% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 15.1% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24.8% | 18.3% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 12.1% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 15.6% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.9% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 20.1% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 25% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99% | 98.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Butt Lane was 38.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.8% higher than the Ashby de la Launde, Digby & Scopwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Butt Lane has the 16th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ashby de la Launde, Digby & Scopwick and the 165th highest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Butt Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2025-08-29 | £226,674 |
| 10 Butt Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-03-16 | £365,123 |
| 4 Butt Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2021-02-15 | £597,626 |
| 10 Butt Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2019-11-19 | £345,498 |
| 10 Butt Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £264,000 | 2016-04-29 | £375,321 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walcott Primary School Pinfold Lane , Walcott LN4 3SX | 3out of 4 | 88 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Billinghay Church of England Primary School Fen Road , Billinghay LN4 4HU | 3out of 4 | 2,723 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mrs Mary King's CofE (Controlled) Primary School Moor Lane , Martin LN4 3RB | 3out of 4 | 4,029 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 Plough | The Plough, 53 High Street | 162 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.