Dore Avenue is in North Hykeham, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN6 8LP is located in the Hykeham Central 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 Dore Avenue, North Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 8LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN6 8LR, LN6 8LQ, LN6 8LH, LN6 8LL, LN6 8PS, LN6 8LS, LN6 8DU, LN6 8LJ, LN6 8LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN6 8LP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 49.4% | 49.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 LN6 8LP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 20.7% | 30.5% | 9.8% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 54.6% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 48% | 45.1% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 39.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 12.9% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 12.1% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 18.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 10.6% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 22.3% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 20.8% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.3% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.6% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 95.7% | 95.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dore Avenue was 15.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.7% lower than the Hykeham Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dore Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Hykeham Central and the 57th lowest crime rate of 354 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Dore Avenue, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2018-09-03 | £294,656 |
| 76 Dore Avenue, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-03-28 | £311,265 |
| 70 Dore Avenue, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2007-01-29 | £234,146 |
| 72 Dore Avenue, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £95,000 | 2002-11-05 | £260,069 |
| 74 Dore Avenue, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,500 | 2000-01-14 | £240,868 |
LN6 8LP 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 3,222 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hykeham Fosse Way Primary School Ash Grove , North Hykeham LN6 8DU | - not rated | 146 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fosse Way Academy Ash Grove , North Hykeham LN6 8DU | 3out of 4 | 146 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ling Moor Primary Academy Richmond Drive , North Hykeham LN6 8QZ | - not rated | 493 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Hykeham Ling Moor Primary School Richmond Drive , North Hykeham LN6 8QZ | - not rated | 493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The North Hykeham All Saints Church of England Primary School Ravensmoor Close , North Hykeham LN6 9AB | 3out of 4 | 788 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 605 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Pattinson School Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AF | - not rated | 605 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Kesteven Academy Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | - not rated | 931 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Kesteven School Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | - not rated | 931 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Ruston Technology College Shannon Avenue , LN6 7JG | - not rated | 1,990 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hykeham Joint Sixth Form Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | - not rated | 931 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Christopher's School Hykeham Road , LN6 8AR | 3out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorn Free School 248 Calder Road , Brant Road LN5 9TL | 3out of 4 | 1,837 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Johnson Education Centre George Johnson Education Centre , Unit F, The Point LN6 3QN | - not rated | 2,438 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Therese Lord Independent School 22 Melbourne Way , Waddington LN5 9XJ | - not rated | 2,490 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Asda Superstore, Newark Road | 396 yd | |
| Coffee Culture | 22 The Forum | 661 yd | |
| The Fish King Restaurant | 16 The Forum | 661 yd | |
| Papa Franks | 35 The Forum | 661 yd | |
| Amelia Alice Tearooms | 204 Lincoln Road | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centurion | Newark Road | 363 yd | |
| The Lincoln Green | Lincoln Road | 624 yd | |
| Hykeham Social Club | Hykeham Social Club, 135 Moor Lane | 765 yd | |
| The Harrows Inn | Harrows Inn, 271 Lincoln Road | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panku | Asda Superstore, Newark Road | 396 yd | |
| Golden Dragon Chinese | 143 Moor Lane | 765 yd | |
| Subway | Hicksons Fresh Foods, 257 Newark Road | 765 yd | |
| Hykeham Kebab House | 273 Newark Road | 765 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 269 Newark Road | 765 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | Asda Stores Ltd, Newark Road | 396 yd | |
| Lidl | Newark Road | 510 yd | |
| Tesco | 36 The Forum | 661 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Society | Hykeham Green, 261 Lincoln Road | 786 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fosse Way Academy ASH GROVE | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Sir Robert Pattinson Academy MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Witham Fields Fen Lane | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| One Nk MOOR LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,005 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.