The Point is in Sleaford and in North Kesteven district. NG34 8GG is located in the Sleaford Holdingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sleaford and North Hykeham. This postcode has been in use since 2006-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Point, Sleaford, NG34 8GG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG34 8GG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.9% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51% | 48.1% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 20.1% | 31.7% | 11.6% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 42.9% | -9.1% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13.2% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 8.5% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 44.3% | 45.7% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 28% | 36.6% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 11.1% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 4.9% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 20.8% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.9% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 17.7% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.3% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 20.8% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 18.8% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.6% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 93.6% | 90.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 89% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 9.8% | 8.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Point was 152.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.5% lower than the Sleaford Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Point has the 13th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Sleaford Castle and the 19th highest crime rate of 351 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 5 The Point Lions Way, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-02-21 | £134,136 |
| Unit 12 The Point Lions Way, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £132,777 | 2021-11-30 | £134,802 |
| Unit 11 The Point Lions Way, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2018-08-07 | £76,753 |
| Unit 14 The Point, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2013-10-08 | £126,325 |
NG34 8GG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Alvey School Eastgate , NG34 7EA | 4out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Lane Primary School & Nursery Church Lane , NG34 7DF | 4out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School The Drove , NG34 7AT | 3out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School Church Lane , Kirkby-la-Thorpe NG34 9NU | 3out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolph's C of E Primary School Rookery Avenue , NG34 7FE | 3out of 4 | 2,942 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carre's Grammar School Northgate , NG34 7DD | 3out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Academy Westgate , NG34 7PP | 3out of 4 | 1,769 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy Jermyn Street , NG34 7RS | 3out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 1,485 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sleaford Joint Sixth Form Westholme House , Leicester Street NG34 7PS | - not rated | 1,871 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lions Cafe | Valley Gate | 117 yd | |
| The Agra | 1 Pride Park Way | 181 yd | |
| Fitness Zone | Unit D & E Pride Parkway | 585 yd | |
| Checkers | 97 East Road | 672 yd | |
| Crazee Bongos Ltd | Sellwood Court unit 4 | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleaford Rugby Club Ltd | The David Williams Pavillion, Ruskington Road | 672 yd | |
| Sleaford Sports Association | Eslaforde Park, Boston Road | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Better Gym Sleaford EAST ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 501 yd |
| Fitness Zone UNIT D UNIT D PRIDE PARKWAY | health and fitness suite | 522 yd |
| The David Williams Pavilion DAVID WILLIAMS PAVILION DAVID WILLIAMS PAVILION EAST ROAD | grass pitches | 588 yd |
| Eslaforde Park- Sleaford Town Community Fc BOSTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 93.3% |
| 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.