Bulpit Lane is in Swinderby, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN6 9LT is located in the Witham St Hughs & Swinderby 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 Bulpit Lane, Swinderby, Lincoln, LN6 9LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN6 9NA, LN6 9LW, LN6 9LU, LN6 9LS, LN6 9PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN6 9LT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 47% | 49.5% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 53% | 50.5% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 9LT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 21% | 24.8% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.6% | 59.2% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 7.4% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 5.7% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 43.4% | 44.4% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 36.2% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 14.7% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.1% | 20.1% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 12.7% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 17.3% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 34.2% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 99.3% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 96.1% | 98.4% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 98.9% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Not answered | 10.9% | 6.0% | 4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bulpit Lane was 13.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.7% lower than the Bassingham Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bulpit Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Bassingham Rural and the 57th lowest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bulpit Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2019-06-25 | £382,024 |
| Appletree Corner, 6 Bulpit Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2014-07-25 | £444,959 |
| 2 Bulpit Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2011-10-19 | £479,549 |
| 6 Bulpit Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2010-08-12 | £498,659 |
| 6 Bulpit Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2006-09-22 | £308,754 |
LN6 9LT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 9LT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 165 |
| Full-Time Employee | 132 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swinderby All Saints Church of England Primary School High Street , Swinderby LN6 9LU | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witham St Hughs Academy Muntjac Way , Witham St Hughs LN6 9WF | 4out of 4 | 3,075 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Blow Primary School Snowdon Road , Collingham NG23 7PT | 3out of 4 | 3,782 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagle Community Primary School Scarle Lane , Eagle LN6 9EJ | 3out of 4 | 4,503 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Scarle Primary School School Lane , North Scarle LN6 9EY | 3out of 4 | 4,714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kisimul School The Old Vicarage, 61 High Street , Swinderby LN6 9LU | - not rated | 313 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witham Prospect School Old Harbour Farm , Newark Road LN6 9JR | - not rated | 4,242 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | 15 High Street | 268 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swinderby Village Hall SWINDERBY VILLAGE HALL SWINDERBY VILLAGE HALL BULPIT LANE | 70 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.