Blacks Close is in Waddington, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN5 9SG is located in the Waddington Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lincoln. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blacks Close, Waddington, Lincoln, LN5 9SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN5 9SA, LN5 9FQ, LN5 9RF, LN5 9PY, LN5 9RJ, LN5 9PZ, LN5 9QF, LN5 9RQ, LN5 9ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LN5 9SG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 53.8% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 44.8% | 46.2% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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% | 24.1% | -6.2% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 44.5% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 16.4% | 9.8% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 12.4% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 37.4% | 39.8% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 36.2% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 18.9% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 4.5% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 28.3% | 19.4% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 12.1% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 15.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 19% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 25.3% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.9% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 93.6% | 94.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 94% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0.9% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blacks Close was 86.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.1% higher than the Bracebridge Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blacks Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Bracebridge Heath and the 53rd highest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.5 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 similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Blacks Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2022-07-29 | £170,531 |
| 20 Blacks Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-09-24 | £210,643 |
| 6 Blacks Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2021-09-17 | £149,205 |
| 14 Blacks Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-02-16 | £163,703 |
| 3 Blacks Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-07-10 | £184,902 |
LN5 9SG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LN5 9SG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waddington All Saints Academy Mere Road , Waddington LN5 9NX | 4out of 4 | 395 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waddington Redwood Primary Academy Redwood Drive , Brant Road LN5 9BN | 3out of 4 | 2,092 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows Primary School Calder Road , LN5 9BB | 3out of 4 | 3,413 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracebridge Heath St John's Primary Academy Grantham Road , Bracebridge Heath LN4 2LD | 3out of 4 | 3,492 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln Manor Leas Junior School Hykeham Road , LN6 8BE | 3out of 4 | 3,855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Robert Pattinson Academy Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AF | 3out of 4 | 4,271 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Kesteven Academy Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | 3out of 4 | 4,628 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Academy LSST Cross O'Cliff Hill , LN5 8PW | 4out of 4 | 5,035 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,962 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Free School 248 Calder Road , Brant Road LN5 9TL | 3out of 4 | 2,989 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Christopher's School Hykeham Road , LN6 8AR | 3out of 4 | 4,164 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Hykeham Joint Sixth Form Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | - not rated | 4,628 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masushi Ltd | Bar Lane | 59 yd | |
| Bake my Dayz | Bar Lane | 59 yd | |
| Freedom Church Waddington | Village Hall, Mere Road | 396 yd | |
| Coffee House Express Kiosk | Raf Waddington, High Dyke | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Horseshoes | Three Horse Shoes, High Street | 104 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Inn | 117 Grantham Road | 291 yd | |
| Waddington Bowls Club | Grantham Road | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palki Indian Takeaway | 37 Bar Lane | 59 yd | |
| Kites of Waddington | Kites, Bar Lane | 59 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | Bar Lane | 59 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grantham Road Playing Field MERE ROAD | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Raf Waddington | artificial grass pitch, golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,053 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.