Brookside Close is in Ruskington, Sleaford and in North Kesteven district. NG34 9GQ is located in the Ruskington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sleaford and North Hykeham. This postcode has been in use since 2003-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brookside Close, Ruskington, Sleaford, NG34 9GQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG34 9GS, NG34 9AY, NG34 9GU, NG34 9FJ, NG34 9FD, NG34 9AX, NG34 9FN, NG34 9FL, NG34 9EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG34 9GQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 52.3% | 54.7% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 47.7% | 45.3% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 9GQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 22% | 25.7% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 51.1% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 14.3% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 39.2% | 39.8% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 42.3% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 12.7% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 20.8% | 17.1% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 10.8% | -9.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.6% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 21% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 24.8% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 97.8% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.6% 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% | 95.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 94.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.8% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookside Close was 21.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.4% lower than the Ashby de la Launde, Digby & Scopwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brookside Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Ashby de la Launde, Digby & Scopwick and the 90th lowest crime rate of 354 local areas in North Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Brookside Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-09-23 | £152,124 |
| 17 Brookside Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-10-04 | £234,518 |
| 27 Brookside Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-07-22 | £228,483 |
| 11 Brookside Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,750 | 2022-02-04 | £183,134 |
| 43 Brookside Close, Sleaford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £184,500 | 2021-11-09 | £207,485 |
NG34 9GQ 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchelsea Primary School Ruskington 4a Sleaford Road , Ruskington NG34 9BY | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskington Chestnut Street Church of England Academy Chestnut Street , Ruskington NG34 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,577 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskington Chestnut Street CofE Primary School Chestnut Street , Ruskington NG34 9DL | - not rated | 1,577 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Lincoln Road , Leasingham NG34 8JS | 3out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Digby Church of England School Church Street , Digby LN4 3LZ | - not rated | 3,993 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coteland's School Ruskington Ruskington , NG34 9BY | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soteria House School Main Street , Anwick NG34 9SJ | - not rated | 4,562 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Academy (Ruskington Site) SLEAFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,075 yd |
| Ruskington Methodist Church RUSKINGTON METHODIST CHURCH RUSKINGTON METHODIST CHURCH CHAPEL STREET | 1,089 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 | 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 | 48.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.