Albion Street is in Spalding and in South Holland district. PE11 2AU is located in the Spalding Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Holland and The Deepings. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Albion Street, Spalding, PE11 2AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE11 2HA, PE11 2LA, PE11 2QP, PE11 1UW, PE11 2HD, PE11 1UT, PE11 2AX, PE11 2LQ, PE11 2AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE11 2AU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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% | 49.2% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50.8% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 PE11 2AU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% 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 | 50% | 47.8% | -2.2% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.9% | 30.8% | -0.1% | 44.2% | -13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 14.4% | 6.1% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 42% | 41.8% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 36.9% | -4.0% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 17.5% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 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.
In the area around PE11 2AU this area, 28.3% 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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 28.3% | 9.8% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 12.7% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 11.7% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.7% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.7% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 19.7% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 17.9% | 3.3% | -14.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 91.3% | 93.2% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 56.6% 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 | 63% | 56.6% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -26.6% |
| European Union | 31.5% | 40.7% | 9.2% | 6.1% | 34.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 62.7% | 56.3% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -26.9% |
| 10+ Years | 14.7% | 14.8% | 0.1% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 9.3% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.7% | 12.6% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 10.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 7.1% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 36.1% | 76.7% | -40.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Lithuania | 12.2% | 0.3% | 11.9% |
| Poland | 7.6% | 1.3% | 6.3% |
| Romania | 9.5% | 0.9% | 8.6% |
| Other EU countries | 9% | 1.5% | 7.5% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albion Street was 226.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.7% lower than the Spalding Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albion Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Spalding Castle and the 10th highest crime rate of 289 local areas in South Holland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 106.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 5 White House Chambers, 61 Albion Street, Spalding, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-03-12 | £184,756 |
| Apartment 2 White House Chambers, 61 Albion Street, Spalding, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £144,950 | 2024-05-03 | £144,320 |
| Apartment 5 White House Chambers, 61 Albion Street, Spalding, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2021-11-25 | £168,607 |
| 71 Albion Street, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2018-03-07 | £223,521 |
| Apartment 6 White House Chambers, 61 Albion Street, Spalding, Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2017-09-04 | £143,643 |
PE11 2AU 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 | 141 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 51 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 51 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Community Primary and Nursery School, Spalding Queens Road , PE11 2JQ | - not rated | 906 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy Tollgate , PE11 1NJ | 4out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spalding Primary Academy Woolram Wygate , PE11 1PB | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spalding Parish Church of England Day School Clay Lake , PE11 2QG | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wygate Park Academy Witham Road , PE11 3WT | 3out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spalding Academy Neville Avenue , PE11 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spalding High School Stonegate , PE11 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,128 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Spalding Grammar School Priory Road , PE11 2XH | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Garth School Pinchbeck Road , PE11 1QF | 4out of 4 | 229 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Neville Avenue , PE11 2EH | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy Spalding Matmore Gate , PE11 2PN | - not rated | 1,210 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ayscoughfee Hall School Welland Hall , London Road PE11 2TE | - not rated | 1,315 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katana Spalding Ltd | 42 Double Street, Spalding | 331 yd | |
| Poncha Café | 28 Westlode Street | 425 yd | |
| Spalding Bowl | Spalding Bowl, 17 Westlode Street | 425 yd | |
| Saffron | 2 Pinchbeck Road | 571 yd | |
| Becca's Ice Cream Parlour | Unit 6 Holland Market | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Moorings | Public House, 123 Commercial Road | 187 yd | |
| Graffiti Bar and Restaurant | 37 Westlode Street, Spalding | 362 yd | |
| Loaded and The Lounge | Unit 1 Broadgate House, 22 Westlode Street | 516 yd | |
| The Ivy Wall | 18 - 19 New Road | 645 yd | |
| The Lincolnshire Poacher Spalding | The Lincolnshire Poacher, 11 Double Street | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spalding Chinese | 25 Commercial Road, Spalding | 67 yd | |
| Domuk Pizza Spalding | 22 Westlode Street Broadgate House, Spalding | 458 yd | |
| Taste of China | 5 Westlode Street | 540 yd | |
| Silk Rose Takeaway | 3 - 4 Westlode Street | 545 yd | |
| Toppings | 2A Westlode Street | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holbeach Supermarket (Londis) | 8B Holbeach Road | 474 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Holland Market, Spalding | 837 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Units B & C Winfrey Avenue, Holland Market | 837 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | 15A Sheep Market | 872 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Lidl Uk, 29 Holbeach Road | 952 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Sports Centre And Swimming Pool ALBION STREET | athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, tennis courts | 181 yd |
| Pro Bodies Health And Fitness REAR OF 23 REAR OF 23 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 344 yd |
| The Garth School PINCHBECK ROAD | swimming pool | 357 yd |
| Castle Swimming Pool FORGE CLOSE | swimming pool | 413 yd |
| Sir Haley Stewart Playing Field SIR HALLEY STEWART FIELD SIR HALLEY STEWART FIELD WINFREY AVENUE | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Gleed Boys School (Closed) Halmer Gardens | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 831 yd |
| The Priory School NEVILLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Thames Road Playing Field (Closed) Thames Road | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Spalding Academy NEVILLE AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 898 yd |
| Everybody'S Gym BEDFORD PLACE | health and fitness suite | 921 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 | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.