Forge Way is in North Hykeham, Lincoln and in North Kesteven district. LN6 9ZS is located in the Hykeham Memorial electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sleaford and North Hykeham. This postcode has been in use since 2015-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forge Way, North Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 9ZS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN6 9ZR, LN6 9ZN, LN6 9ZP, LN6 9ZL, LN6 9AN, LN6 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LN6 9ZS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.3% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.7% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 9ZS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% 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 | 27.1% | 43.3% | 16.2% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 43.7% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 7.8% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 1.9% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 60.3% | 13.8% | 48.4% | 11.9% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 31.5% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 6.6% | -6.7% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 1.6% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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.
In the area around LN6 9ZS this area, 4.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 4.8% | -20.1% | 18.2% | -13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 6.7% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 12.3% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 26.8% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 9.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 44.2% | 26.6% | 33.8% | 10.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.2% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 92.8% | 89.6% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 90.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.1% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59% | 37.2% | 21.8% |
| Christian | 36.3% | 46.2% | -9.9% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forge Way was 77.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% higher than the Hykeham Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Forge Way has the 13th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Hykeham Central and the 63rd highest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Forge Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2025-09-12 | £93,000 |
| 11 Forge Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2025-03-28 | £102,902 |
| 9 Forge Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2025-03-17 | £93,102 |
| 1 Forge Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,750 | 2024-06-24 | £93,150 |
| 37 Forge Way, Lincoln, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2023-11-03 | £162,644 |
LN6 9ZS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 164 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 58 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 34 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,282 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ling Moor Primary Academy Richmond Drive , North Hykeham LN6 8QZ | 4out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The North Hykeham All Saints Church of England Primary School Ravensmoor Close , North Hykeham LN6 9AB | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Farm Academy Tiber Road , North Hykeham LN6 9ST | 3out of 4 | 1,604 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fosse Way Academy Ash Grove , North Hykeham LN6 8DU | 3out of 4 | 1,623 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leslie Manser Primary School Kingsdown Road , Doddington Park LN6 0FB | 2out of 4 | 2,288 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kesteven Academy Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AG | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Robert Pattinson Academy Moor Lane , North Hykeham LN6 9AF | 3out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory City of Lincoln Academy Skellingthorpe Road , LN6 0EP | 3out of 4 | 3,365 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy Western Avenue , LN6 7SX | 3out of 4 | 3,758 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Academy LSST Cross O'Cliff Hill , LN5 8PW | 4out of 4 | 4,671 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 | 2,829 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 | 1,008 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Johnson Education Centre George Johnson Education Centre , Unit F, The Point LN6 3QN | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fortuna School Kingsdown Road , Doddington Park LN6 0FB | 4out of 4 | 2,213 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lincoln St Christopher's School Hykeham Road , LN6 8AR | 3out of 4 | 2,703 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pilgrim School Carrington Drive , LN6 0DE | 3out of 4 | 2,994 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Vale Catering | Jubilee Place | 698 yd | |
| Fun Farm | Fun Farm, Stephenson Road | 889 yd | |
| OneNK | North Kesteven Sports Centre, Moor Lane | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hykeham PFA Sports & Social Club | Playing Fields Association, 319 Newark Road | 681 yd | |
| Hykeham Bowls Club | North Hykeham Bowls Club, Newark Road | 768 yd | |
| Centurion | Newark Road | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| On A Roll | 132 Station Road | 318 yd | |
| Frydays | Chip Stop, 267 Newark Road | 770 yd | |
| Subway | Hicksons Fresh Foods, 257 Newark Road | 776 yd | |
| Hykeham Kebab House | 273 Newark Road | 776 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 269 Newark Road | 776 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Ground NEWARK ROAD | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| One Nk MOOR LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 903 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 | 330 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 368 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 47.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.