Lincoln Way is in Corby and in North Northamptonshire district. NN18 9HJ is located in the Kingswood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Corby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lincoln Way, Corby, NN18 9HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NN18 9FJ, NN18 9FH, NN18 9FL, NN18 9BE, NN18 9FB, NN18 9BN, NN18 9FE, NN18 9BL, NN18 9HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NN18 9HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 48.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 51.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NN18 9HJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.6% | 46.2% | 1.6% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 40.1% | 7.6% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6.9% | 1.9% | -5.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 9.9% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 1.9% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) 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 | 40.8% | 48.7% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 38.1% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 9.5% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.5% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.2% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 35.7% | 21.3% | -14.4% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 16.8% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 11.7% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 7.3% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 14.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 25.7% | 17.8% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 13.4% | 2.5% | -10.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.1% | 87.3% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 5.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
In this area, 56.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 56.2% | -22.3% | 83.2% | -27.0% |
| European Union | 16.6% | 34.8% | 18.2% | 6.1% | 28.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78% | 56.2% | -21.8% | 83.2% | -27.0% |
| 10+ Years | 7.4% | 19.4% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 9.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 14.7% | 10.0% | 2.9% | 11.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 6.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 45.2% | 76.7% | -31.5% |
| Lithuania | 3.5% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 12.7% | 1.3% | 11.4% |
| Romania | 9.7% | 0.9% | 8.8% |
| Other EU countries | 12.4% | 1.5% | 10.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lincoln Way was 178.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 123.2% higher than the Corby West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lincoln Way has the 8th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Corby West and the 116th highest crime rate of 1,080 local areas in North Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149 Lincoln Way, Corby, Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,100 | 2006-06-30 | £259,695 |
| 145 Lincoln Way, Corby, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2006-06-23 | £209,727 |
| 175 Lincoln Way, Corby, Northamptonshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2005-06-08 | £112,869 |
| 213 Lincoln Way, Corby, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £76,400 | 2005-06-07 | £155,874 |
| 165 Lincoln Way, Corby, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2005-05-13 | £153,636 |
NN18 9HJ 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 | 156 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families Pen Green Lane , NN17 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,559 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Primary Academy Southbrook , NN18 9BE | 3out of 4 | 298 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Leys Academy Gainsborough Road , NN18 0QF | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Corby Patrick Road , NN18 9NT | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beanfield Primary School Farmstead Road , NN18 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Danesholme Junior Academy Motala Close , NN18 9DT | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Secondary Academy Gainsborough Road , NN18 9NS | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Weston Academy Coomb Road , Corby NN18 8LA | 4out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corby Technical School Cottingham Road , NN17 1TD | 4out of 4 | 2,475 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lodge Park Academy Shetland Way , NN17 2JH | 1out of 4 | 2,798 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maplefields Academy Tower Hill Road , NN18 0TH | 4out of 4 | 863 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Kite Academy Purbeck Drive , NN18 0BX | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre | Alberta Close, Corby | 357 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | Lincoln PH, 114 Lincoln Way | 254 yd | |
| Hazel Tree Public House | The Hazel Tree, Greenhill Rise | 487 yd | |
| Harpers Brook | Charter Court, Corby | 915 yd | |
| Corby Irish Centre | Patrick Road, Corby | 930 yd | |
| Grampian Association | Patrick Road, Corby | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl (UK) GmbH | Lidl, Gainsborough Road | 886 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre Pitch ALBERTA CLOSE | grass pitches | 263 yd |
| Hazel Leys Academy GAINSBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Woodsend Pavilion GAINSBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| St Patrick'S Catholic Primary School, Corby PATRICK ROAD | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Our Lady And Pope John School (Closed) Tower Hill Road | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| The Kingswood School (Closed) Gainsborough Road | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Kingswood Secondary Academy OAK WOOD DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 968 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.