Bede Close is in Quarrington, Sleaford and in North Kesteven district. NG34 8WE is located in the Sleaford Quarrington & Mareham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sleaford and North Hykeham. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bede Close, Quarrington, Sleaford, NG34 8WE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG34 8UY, NG34 8UJ, NG34 8WD, NG34 8YG, NG34 8UX, NG34 8WT, NG34 8RS, NG34 8WS, NG34 8WP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG34 8WE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.8% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.2% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 NG34 8WE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.7% 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 | 20.1% | 21.6% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.4% | 63.7% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 19.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 7.2% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 5.2% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (89.1%) 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 | 55.5% | 55.3% | -0.2% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 33.8% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 8% | 8.1% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 8WE this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.5% | 7.5% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 6.8% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 20.1% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 24% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 34.1% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 94.2% | 96% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 96.3% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.4% | 37.2% | -7.8% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bede Close was 12.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.0% lower than the Sleaford Castle average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Bede Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Sleaford Castle and the 41st lowest crime rate of 354 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Bede Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2026-01-07 | £366,864 |
| 4 Bede Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-05-29 | £284,543 |
| 5 Bede Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-02-22 | £350,670 |
| 11 Bede Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,900 | 2023-11-30 | £301,205 |
| 15 Bede Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-10-20 | £370,721 |
NG34 8WE 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 | 128 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 44 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Botolph's C of E Primary School Rookery Avenue , Lincolnshire NG34 7FE | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Botolph's Church of England Infant School, Quarrington, Sleaford Grantham Road , NG34 7ND | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School The Drove , NG34 7AT | - not rated | 1,747 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy The Drove , NG34 7AT | 3out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Lane Primary School & Nursery Church Lane , NG34 7DF | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | - not rated | 1,570 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Kesteven and Sleaford High School Jermyn Street , NG34 7RS | - not rated | 1,570 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St George's Academy Westgate , NG34 7PP | 3out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The St George's College of Technology Westholme , NG34 7PS | - not rated | 1,834 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carre's Grammar School Northgate , NG34 7DD | 3out of 4 | 2,133 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire / Kesteven House Rookery Avenue , NG34 7TY | - not rated | 660 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesteven House George Street , NG34 7NZ | - not rated | 849 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow School 25 Jermyn Street , North Kesteven NG34 7RU | - not rated | 1,646 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sleaford Joint Sixth Form Westholme House , Leicester Street NG34 7PS | - not rated | 1,691 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holton Sleaford Independent School Westgate House , Westgate NG34 7RJ | - not rated | 1,726 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 34.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.