Lynmouth Close is in North Hykeham, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN6 8UJ 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 Lynmouth Close, North Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 8UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN6 8UL, LN6 8EZ, LN6 8UH, LN6 8EY, LN6 8EF, LN6 8EX, LN6 8EE, LN6 8UN, LN6 8HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN6 8UJ 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 | 50.6% | 51.2% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.8% | -0.6% | 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 vicinity of LN6 8UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.3% 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 | 11% | 10.8% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -27.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.6% | 71.3% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 27.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 5.4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 10.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 32.2% | 28% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -20.4% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 45.2% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 11.6% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 20.8% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 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.
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.1% | 24.8% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 13.9% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 10.1% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.4% | 10.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 13.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 21.4% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 6.1% | 5.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 94.4% 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% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.9% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.7% | 37.2% | -10.5% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lynmouth Close was 80.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.9% higher than the Hykeham Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lynmouth Close has the 13th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Hykeham Central and the 62nd highest crime rate of 354 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Lynmouth Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-10-24 | £275,566 |
| 14 Lynmouth Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2025-10-17 | £197,405 |
| 2 Lynmouth Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2023-10-13 | £295,660 |
| 7 Lynmouth Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-06-24 | £358,842 |
| 6 Lynmouth Close, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2021-12-13 | £256,713 |
LN6 8UJ 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 LN6 8UJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 63% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 150 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 3,779 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 | 563 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fosse Way Academy Ash Grove , North Hykeham LN6 8DU | 3out of 4 | 563 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The North Hykeham All Saints Church of England Primary School Ravensmoor Close , North Hykeham LN6 9AB | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ling Moor Primary Academy Richmond Drive , North Hykeham LN6 8QZ | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Hykeham Ling Moor Primary School Richmond Drive , North Hykeham LN6 8QZ | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Community 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 | 879 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Pattinson School Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AF | - not rated | 879 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Kesteven Academy Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Kesteven School Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Ruston Technology College Shannon Avenue , LN6 7JG | - not rated | 2,185 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 | 2,217 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 | 1,282 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorn Free School 248 Calder Road , Brant Road LN5 9TL | 3out of 4 | 1,448 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Christopher's School Hykeham Road , LN6 8AR | 3out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Therese Lord Independent School 22 Melbourne Way , Waddington LN5 9XJ | - not rated | 1,920 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Johnson Education Centre George Johnson Education Centre , Unit F, The Point LN6 3QN | - not rated | 3,009 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Alice Tearooms | 204 Lincoln Road | 533 yd | |
| Boodles | Unit 8, Hykeham Green, 255 Lincoln Road | 712 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Asda Superstore, Newark Road | 836 yd | |
| The Garden Tea Room | The Garden Tea Rooms, 139-141 Moor Lane | 837 yd | |
| Coffee Culture | 22 The Forum | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lincoln Green | Lincoln Road | 536 yd | |
| The Harrows Inn | Harrows Inn, 271 Lincoln Road | 683 yd | |
| Hykeham Social Club | Hykeham Social Club, 135 Moor Lane | 837 yd | |
| Centurion | Newark Road | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ko Sing | 233 Lincoln Road | 683 yd | |
| Option 3 | Unit 4 Hykeham Green | 683 yd | |
| Panku | Asda Superstore, Newark Road | 836 yd | |
| Golden Dragon Chinese | 143 Moor Lane | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Society | Hykeham Green, 261 Lincoln Road | 683 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda Stores Ltd, Newark Road | 836 yd | |
| Tesco | 36 The Forum | 941 yd | |
| Lidl | Newark Road | 944 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Witham Fields Fen Lane | grass pitches | 313 yd |
| Fosse Way Academy ASH GROVE | grass pitches | 477 yd |
| Sir Robert Pattinson Academy MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 818 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 | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.