Louth Road is in Wragby, Market Rasen and in East Lindsey district. LN8 5QX is located in the Wragby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Louth Road, Wragby, Market Rasen, LN8 5QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN8 5DA, LN8 5PE, LN8 5QU, LN8 5AF, LN8 5RA, LN8 5RN, LN8 5PQ, LN8 5PP, LN8 5RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LN8 5QX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 50.5% | 49.1% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.9% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 LN8 5QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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 | 16.7% | 23.1% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 56.3% | -9.5% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.1% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 10.8% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 40.7% | 40.1% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 36.2% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 14.2% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 7.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 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.
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.4% | 20.4% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 13% | 3.8% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 16.7% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.5% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 18.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 20.4% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.6% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.6% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.1% | 95% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 94.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.4% | 37.2% | -7.8% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Louth Road was 68.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 138.8% higher than the Binbrook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Louth Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Binbrook and the 180th highest crime rate of 488 local areas in East Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Vicarage Louth Road, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 1996-04-29 | £406,383 |
LN8 5QX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LN8 5QX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LN8 5QX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wragby Primary School Silver Street , Wragby LN8 5PJ | 3out of 4 | 295 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Corn Dolly | The Corn Dolly, Market Place | 172 yd | |
| Wragby Youth Club | Wragby Youth Centre, Church Street | 199 yd | |
| The Granary Tea Room | The Old Mill, Bardney Road | 411 yd | |
| Wragby Centre Community Group | Lcc Wragby Library, Wragby Fire Station | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnor Arms | Turnor Arms, Market Place | 149 yd | |
| The Ivy | The Ivy, Market Place | 149 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Bar | Wragby Fish Bar, Market Place | 149 yd | |
| Wragby Pizza And Kebab House | Market Place, Wragby | 149 yd | |
| The Silver Star | Silver Star, Bardney Road | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-Operative Ltd | Supermarket Unit At White Lion Farm, Lincoln Road | 250 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wragby & District Swimming Pool SILVER STREET | swimming pool | 183 yd |
| Wragby Primary School SILVER STREET | grass pitches | 184 yd |
| Wragby Playing Field A158 | grass pitches | 573 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.