Dixon Way is in Lincoln and in Lincoln district. LN6 7XN is located in the Boultham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lincoln. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dixon Way, Lincoln, LN6 7XN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN6 7SD, LN5 8AR, LN5 8AY, LN6 7TR, LN6 7DA, LN6 7EH, LN5 8AX, LN6 7EJ, LN5 8GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN6 7XN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.6% | 51.2% | 5.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 54.4% | 48.8% | -5.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LN6 7XN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34% | 45.6% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 31.6% | -11.5% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 10.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 39.8% | 44.6% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 36.4% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 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 | 24% | 19.8% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 10.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 12.2% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 18.5% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 29.4% | 15.3% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.3% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 1.1% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.9% | 91.6% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 87.8% | 82.9% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 9.5% | 10.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 83.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 7.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 2.6% | -4.5% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dixon Way was 138.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.7% lower than the Boultham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dixon Way has the 30th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Boultham and the 104th highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Lincoln .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.0%.

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 - 4 Dixon Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-01-09 | £454,634 |
| Dixon House, 10 Dixon Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-11-26 | £690,845 |
| 6 Dixon Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-12-20 | £224,742 |
| 8 Dixon Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-11-13 | £212,289 |
| 6 Dixon Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £148,614 | 2017-11-30 | £171,923 |
LN6 7XN 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 | 128 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lincoln St Giles Nursery School Addison Drive , LN2 4LQ | 4out of 4 | 3,939 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsdown Nursery School, Lincoln Kingsdown Road , Doddington Park LN6 0FB | 3out of 4 | 4,236 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Francis Hill Community Primary School Bristol Drive , LN6 7UE | 3out of 4 | 495 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 | 675 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School Kingsway , LN5 8EU | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracebridge Infant and Nursery School Francis Street , Bracebridge LN5 8QG | 3out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln West Parade , LN1 1QS | 3out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy Western Avenue , LN6 7SX | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Academy LSST Cross O'Cliff Hill , LN5 8PW | 4out of 4 | 1,363 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory City of Lincoln Academy Skellingthorpe Road , LN6 0EP | 3out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln UTC Lindum Road , LN2 1PF | 3out of 4 | 2,116 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Wragby Road , LN2 4PN | 3out of 4 | 3,375 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 | 2,094 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 | 2,252 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Lincoln City Academy Smith Street , LN5 8HY | 1out of 4 | 723 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Athena School South Park , LN5 8EL | 3out of 4 | 1,050 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Lincoln Vice Chancellors Office , Brayford Pool LN6 7TS | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincolnshire Secure Unit Care of: Lincolnshire County Council , County Offices LN1 1YL | - not rated | 1,588 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pilgrim School Carrington Drive , LN6 0DE | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Islamic Association of Lincoln | Lincoln Central Mosque And Cultural Centre, Dixon Street | 71 yd | |
| Take 5 Tea Room | 49 High Street | 391 yd | |
| Jump Inc | Unit 1, Sunningdale Trading Estate, Dixon Close | 394 yd | |
| Bangers Cafe | Peel House, 73 High Street | 417 yd | |
| The Raj Douth Indian Takeaway | 435 High Street | 426 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln RNA Club Ltd | Coulson Road | 317 yd | |
| The Shakespeare | 40 High Street | 390 yd | |
| Golden Eagle | 21 High Street | 437 yd | |
| Imp & Angel | 417 High Street | 481 yd | |
| Millers Arms | 88 High Street | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasta Go Ltd | 48 High Street | 390 yd | |
| Spice of Lincoln/Chilli Spice | 64 High Street | 398 yd | |
| Legal Food | 67 High Street | 400 yd | |
| Cactus | 439 High Street | 426 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza/Juju | 447 High Street | 426 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Africa Supermarket | 427 High Street | 439 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-op Tealby Street Food Store | 14-16 High Street | 464 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 6, Tritton Retail Park, Tritton Road | 595 yd | |
| Morrisons | Tritton Road | 783 yd | |
| Morrisons | Petrol Filling Station, Tritton Road | 783 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Better Gym Lincoln TRITTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 484 yd |
| The Pacific Health Club Ltd WATERLOO STREET | health and fitness suite | 577 yd |
| Queen'S Park School (Closed) South Park | 691 yd | |
| Lincoln City Football Club (Sincil Bank) STADIUM STADIUM SINCIL BANK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Pure Gym (Lincoln City) STATION STREET | health and fitness suite | 900 yd |
| Lincoln & District Indoor Bowls Club HALL DRIVE | indoor bowls | 981 yd |
| Boultham Park WESTERN AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,043 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.