Marlborough Avenue is in Spalding and in South Holland district. PE11 2RX is located in the Spalding St Mary's 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 Marlborough Avenue, Spalding, PE11 2RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE11 2RU, PE11 2RT, PE11 2RS, PE11 2RZ, PE11 2RY, PE11 2RR, PE11 2QR, PE11 2SA, PE11 2QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE11 2RX has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 53.4% | 49% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 51% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 36% | 38.4% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 36.2% | -11.4% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 14.8% | 7.7% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 46.3% | 44.6% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 36.4% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 14.6% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 37.8% | 26.9% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12.9% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 16.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4.8% | 3.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 14.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 18.8% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 12% | 5.9% | -6.1% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 67.3% 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 | 85.3% | 67.3% | -18.0% | 83.2% | -15.9% |
| European Union | 13.8% | 31.8% | 18.0% | 6.1% | 25.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| 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 | 84.8% | 67.5% | -17.3% | 83.2% | -15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 12.9% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 14% | 10.0% | 2.9% | 11.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.8% | 76.7% | -28.9% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Lithuania | 11.4% | 0.3% | 11.1% |
| Poland | 13.1% | 1.3% | 11.8% |
| Romania | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.4% | 37.2% | -11.8% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marlborough Avenue was 95.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.0% higher than the Spalding St Mary's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marlborough Avenue has the 11th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Spalding St Mary's and the 75th highest crime rate of 289 local areas in South Holland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Marlborough Avenue, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-05-20 | £174,211 |
| 20 Marlborough Avenue, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-10-30 | £122,090 |
| 16 Marlborough Avenue, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-10-19 | £111,916 |
| 18 Marlborough Avenue, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2023-02-10 | £117,409 |
| 18 Marlborough Avenue, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-11-10 | £121,367 |
PE11 2RX 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 | 128 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spalding Parish Church of England Day School Clay Lake , PE11 2QG | - not rated | 332 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Spalding St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School Hawthorn Bank , PE11 1JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy Tollgate , PE11 1NJ | 4out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wygate Park Academy Witham Road , PE11 3WT | 3out of 4 | 1,982 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Spalding Monkshouse Primary School Pennygate , PE11 1LG | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spalding High School Stonegate , PE11 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 621 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Spalding Grammar School Priory Road , PE11 2XH | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Spalding Academy Neville Avenue , PE11 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayscoughfee Hall School Welland Hall , London Road PE11 2TE | - not rated | 457 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy Spalding Matmore Gate , PE11 2PN | - not rated | 729 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Neville Avenue , PE11 2EH | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Garth School Pinchbeck Road , PE11 1QF | 4out of 4 | 1,675 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayscoughfee Cafe | Churchgate, Spalding | 684 yd | |
| The Crystal Inn | 5 - 6 Church Gate | 838 yd | |
| Becca's Ice Cream Parlour | Unit 6 Holland Market | 904 yd | |
| Rumblings | 16 The Crescent, Spalding | 940 yd | |
| Sergis Good Food Store | 10-11 Francis Street, Spalding | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lincoln Arms | 4 Bridge Street, Spalding | 869 yd | |
| The Lincolnshire Poacher Spalding | The Lincolnshire Poacher, 11 Double Street | 1,001 yd | |
| The Red Lion Hotel | Red Lion Hotel Market Place | 1,056 yd | |
| The Spalding Club | The Spalding Club, 2 Broad Street | 1,069 yd | |
| The Priors Oven | 1 Sheep Market Priors Oven, Spalding | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh My Cod | Oh My Cod, 41 Alexandra Road | 386 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Matmore Gate, Spalding | 540 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spalding Parish Ce Day School CLAY LAKE | grass pitches | 258 yd |
| Spalding Town Tennis Club Holyrood Walk | tennis courts | 261 yd |
| Spalding & District Squash Club HOLYROOD WALK | squash courts | 262 yd |
| Spalding High School STONEGATE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 592 yd |
| Spalding Grammar School Priory Road | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Everybody'S Gym BEDFORD PLACE | health and fitness suite | 813 yd |
| Spalding Grammar School (Memorial Field) MEMORIAL FIELD MEMORIAL FIELD ST THOMAS ROAD | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| Gleed Boys School (Closed) Halmer Gardens | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 969 yd |
| The Fitness Company Spalding (Closed) SPRING GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 1,004 yd |
| Spalding Academy NEVILLE AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,049 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 44.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 44.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.12 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.