Cross Ocliff Hill is in Lincoln and in Lincoln district. LN5 8PR is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lincoln. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cross Ocliff Hill, Lincoln, LN5 8PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN5 8PR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 33.7% | 40.9% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 44.7% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.4% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 50.7% | 49.8% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 32.8% | 3.9% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 12.1% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 15.8% | 11.2% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 7.4% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 12.6% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 20.5% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.3% | 41.9% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 90.7% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 84.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.1% | 84.6% | -10.5% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 6.9% | 6.0% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 84.6% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.7% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0.4% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Ocliff Hill was 80.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.5% lower than the Boultham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Ocliff Hill has the 31st lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Boultham and the 146th lowest crime rate of 316 local areas in Lincoln .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-05-26 | £374,200 |
| 43 Cross Ocliff Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-05-07 | £418,365 |
| 47 Cross Ocliff Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-02-04 | £326,720 |
| 45 Cross Ocliff Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2019-07-05 | £258,376 |
| 32 Cross Ocliff Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2015-05-19 | £354,044 |
LN5 8PR 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kingsdown Nursery School, Lincoln Kingsdown Road , Doddington Park LN6 0FB | 3out of 4 | 4,742 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Giles Nursery School Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | 4out of 4 | 4,834 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracebridge Infant and Nursery School Francis Street , Bracebridge LN5 8QG | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School Kingsway , LN5 8EU | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracebridge Heath St John's Primary Academy Grantham Road , Bracebridge Heath LN4 2LD | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Francis Hill Community Primary School Bristol Drive , LN6 7UE | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School Pennell Street , LN5 7TA | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory Academy LSST Cross O'Cliff Hill , LN5 8PW | 4out of 4 | 164 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 | 1,461 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory City of Lincoln Academy Skellingthorpe Road , LN6 0EP | 3out of 4 | 2,208 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln UTC Lindum Road , LN2 1PF | 3out of 4 | 3,154 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Robert Pattinson Academy Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AF | 3out of 4 | 4,249 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College Monks Road , LN2 5HQ | - not rated | 3,019 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 | 1,951 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athena School South Park , LN5 8EL | 3out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Lincoln City Academy Smith Street , LN5 8HY | 1out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Christopher's School Hykeham Road , LN6 8AR | 3out of 4 | 2,137 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorn Free School 248 Calder Road , Brant Road LN5 9TL | 3out of 4 | 2,469 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Lincoln Vice Chancellors Office , Brayford Pool LN6 7TS | - not rated | 2,583 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Community Venue | 72A Newark Road | 498 yd | |
| Bracebridge Cafe | 146 Newark Road | 587 yd | |
| Dine Contract Catering | 255 Newark Road | 633 yd | |
| Southside | St Katharine's Church, Colegrave Street | 888 yd | |
| Pizza City Chippy | 7 High Street | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gatehouse Inn | 178 Newark Road | 657 yd | |
| Lincoln Scout H Q | Altham Terrace | 983 yd | |
| Bracebridge Heath Cricket Club | The Cricket Pavilion, Cross O'Cliff Court | 1,076 yd | |
| Lincoln & District Indoor Bowling Club Ltd | Hall Drive | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Links Chinese Takeaway | 97 Newark Road | 528 yd | |
| Pizza 4 U | 69 Newark Road | 564 yd | |
| Maggies Plaice | 144 Newark Road | 594 yd | |
| Pizza Pepis | 283 Newark Road | 690 yd | |
| Lotus House | 303-305 Newark Road | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 233 Newark Road | 572 yd | |
| Tesco | 156-158 Newark Road | 657 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Priory Academy CROSS O'CLIFF HILL | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 282 yd |
| Bud Robinson Community Centre MAPLE STREET | 786 yd | |
| Queen'S Park School (Closed) South Park | 941 yd | |
| Bracebridge Heath Cricket Sports And Social Club THE PAVILION THE PAVILION CROSS O'CLIFF COURT | grass pitches | 944 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 227.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.