The Becks is in Horncastle and in East Lindsey district. LN9 5DF is located in the Horncastle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Louth and Horncastle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Becks, Horncastle, LN9 5DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LN9 6AP, LN9 5EG, LN9 6AA, LN9 5DG, LN9 5EE, LN9 5EF, LN9 5DE, LN9 5DD, LN9 6DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LN9 5DF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 52.6% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 47.4% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.4% | 34.6% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.1% | 44.8% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 0.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12.2% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 7% | 5.5% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 49.5% | 44.5% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 36% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 14.2% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.3% | 23.8% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 11.3% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 15.9% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.1% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 24.3% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.7% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 97.5% | 96.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Becks was 43.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.3% lower than the Horncastle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Becks has the 11th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Horncastle and the 202nd lowest crime rate of 488 local areas in East Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 The Becks, Horncastle, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-02-09 | £237,846 |
| 18 The Becks, Horncastle, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-01-03 | £184,300 |
| 22 The Becks, Horncastle, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2017-01-25 | £394,367 |
| 20 The Becks, Horncastle, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2017-01-20 | £225,184 |
| 22 The Becks, Horncastle, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2014-06-18 | £340,287 |
LN9 5DF 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horncastle Primary School Bowl Alley Lane , LN9 5EH | - not rated | 317 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle West Street , LN9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 672 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Banovallum School Boston Road , LN9 6DA | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lawrence School Bowl Alley Lane , LN9 5EJ | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Build-a-Future Independent School Main Road , West Ashby LN9 5PT | - not rated | 2,965 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Federation Of Wi'S | W I House, Linden Road | 75 yd | |
| Magpies Restaurant | 71-75 East Street, Horncastle | 84 yd | |
| Myers Tea Room | 1-2 Horsefair Walk, Bull Ring | 253 yd | |
| The Bull Hotel | Bull Hotel, Bull Ring | 253 yd | |
| Books And Bakes | 23 North Street, Horncastle | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Banks Street | 169 yd | |
| The Kings Head | Kings Head, 16 Bull Ring | 253 yd | |
| The Ship | Ship Inn, Bull Ring | 253 yd | |
| Ship Inn | Ship Inn, Bull Ring | 253 yd | |
| Red Lion | Red Lion Hotel, 1 Bull Ring | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Treasure | 27-29 North Street, Horncastle | 275 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 3 High Street, Horncastle | 361 yd | |
| Little Caesar | 37 High Street, Horncastle | 361 yd | |
| Wok This Way | 8 St Lawrence Street, Horncastle | 362 yd | |
| Golden Boy | 8 St Lawrence Street, Horncastle | 362 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-Operative Ltd | 7 High Street, Horncastle | 301 yd | |
| Co-Operative Society | The Co Operative Food Supermarket, Conging Street | 310 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Watermill Road | 375 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods | 1 Market Place, Horncastle | 453 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Horncastle St Lawrence School BOWL ALLEY LANE | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| Horncastle Town Football Club The Wong | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Horncastle Playing Fields HORNCASTLE PLAYING FIELD HORNCASTLE PLAYING FIELD CORONATION WALK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 683 yd |
| Horncastle Cricket Ground HORNCASTLE PLAYING FIELD HORNCASTLE PLAYING FIELD CORONATION WALK | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Horncastle & District Indoor Bowls Club CORONATION WALK | indoor bowls | 769 yd |
| The Banovallum School MAREHAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 776 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth'S Grammar School WEST STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 797 yd |
| Horncastle Community Squash Club HEMINGBY LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 854 yd |
| Horncastle Swimming Pool & Fitness Suite CORONATION WALK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 857 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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.