Cross Keys Yard is in Sleaford and in North Kesteven district. NG34 7DH is located in the Sleaford Navigation 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 Cross Keys Yard, Sleaford, NG34 7DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG34 7ZX, NG34 7TR, NG34 7DL, NG34 7SR, NG34 7DT, NG34 7TW, NG34 7SH, NG34 7DP, NG34 7DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG34 7DH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.5% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.5% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 35.3% | 32.8% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.8% | 23.2% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -21.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 22.8% | 7.4% | 9.1% | 13.7% |
| Widowed | 21.3% | 18.1% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 12.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.8% | 30.9% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -17.5% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 38.3% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 18.8% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 7.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 NG34 7DH this area, 32% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.8% | 32% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.7% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 13.7% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 12.1% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 20.3% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 6.3% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.7% | 94.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 88.8% | 91.8% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 2.5% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.2% | 91.8% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 7.4% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.3% | 76.7% | -8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.5% | 13.5% | 15.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Keys Yard was 142.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.3% lower than the Sleaford Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Keys Yard has the 14th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Sleaford Castle and the 22nd highest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5A Cross Keys Yard, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2021-10-21 | £108,322 |
| 6 Cross Keys Yard, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-10-08 | £122,840 |
| 3 Cross Keys Yard, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2017-10-24 | £126,879 |
| 7 Cross Keys Yard, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2012-06-08 | £148,912 |
| 1 Cross Keys Yard, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2010-03-05 | £141,899 |
NG34 7DH 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 NG34 7DH 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 | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Lane Primary School & Nursery Church Lane , NG34 7DF | 4out of 4 | 221 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Alvey School Eastgate , NG34 7EA | 4out of 4 | 485 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School The Drove , NG34 7AT | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's C of E Primary School Rookery Avenue , NG34 7FE | 3out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Lincoln Road , Leasingham NG34 8JS | 3out of 4 | 3,291 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy Jermyn Street , NG34 7RS | 3out of 4 | 350 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St George's Academy Westgate , NG34 7PP | 3out of 4 | 354 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carre's Grammar School Northgate , NG34 7DD | 3out of 4 | 390 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holton Sleaford Independent School Kesteven Business Centre Units 9-12, Kesteven Street , NG34 7DT | - not rated | 236 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sleaford Joint Sixth Form Westholme House , Leicester Street NG34 7PS | - not rated | 318 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Connection (Sleaford) | 19a Market Place | 80 yd | |
| Gurkha 19 | 19 Market Place | 80 yd | |
| Greenwich Leisure Ltd | The Hub, Navigation Wharf | 97 yd | |
| Millers Restaurant | 5-6 Mill Court, Carre Street | 128 yd | |
| Always Time for Tea | 4 Bristol Arcade | 130 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barge and Bottle | 3 Carre Street | 135 yd | |
| The Solo Bar Bistro Hotel | Solo Club, 6 Market Street | 147 yd | |
| THE YARD VENUE | 7 Market Street | 150 yd | |
| Sleaford & District Legionnaires Club | 6 Southgate | 178 yd | |
| The Grapes | 51 Southgate | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Delight and Kebab House | 5 Market Place | 131 yd | |
| Appetites | 7 Southgate | 152 yd | |
| Subway | 53 Southgate | 180 yd | |
| Golden Fry | 31 Southgate | 180 yd | |
| La Shish | 21 Northgate | 212 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, 36-38 Southgate | 218 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 21 Riverside Shopping Centre | 221 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, 65 Northgate | 371 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Mareham Lane | 587 yd | |
| Blakemore Retail - SPAR | Spar Store, Grantham Road | 685 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Image Gym BRISTOL HALL BRISTOL HALL CHURCH LANE | health and fitness suite | 334 yd |
| Sleaford Leisure Centre BOSTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 337 yd |
| Sleaford Indoor Bowls Club HUSSEY CLOSE | indoor bowls | 344 yd |
| Kesteven And Sleaford High School Selective Academy JERMYN STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 378 yd |
| St Georges Academy (Sleaford Site) WESTGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 397 yd |
| Carre'S Grammar School NORTHGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 442 yd |
| William Alvey School EASTGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 446 yd |
| Sleaford Tennis Club Boston Road | tennis courts | 695 yd |
| Sleaford Cricket Club LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Carre'S Grammar School Playing Field PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD ROBERTSON DRIVE | grass pitches | 738 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.