Boston Road is in Gosberton, Spalding and in South Holland district. PE11 4PA is located in the Donington, Quadring and Gosberton 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 Boston Road, Gosberton, Spalding, PE11 4PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE11 4PA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 20.3% | 24% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 42.7% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 14% | 7.2% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 16.5% | 16.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 10.6% |
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 | 33.7% | 36.7% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 37.9% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 20.1% | 7.8% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 4.7% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 0.6% | -3.7% | 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.
In the area around PE11 4PA this area, 28.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.3% | 28.4% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 12.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 13.5% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 23% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.4% | 99.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 95.1% | 97.6% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 97.6% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.5% | 76.7% | -9.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 30.8% | 13.5% | 17.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boston Road was 34.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.9% lower than the Donington, Quadring and Gosberton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Boston Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Donington, Quadring and Gosberton and the 82nd lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in South Holland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Boston Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-10-12 | £377,213 |
| Greenacre Boston Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2010-11-09 | £420,035 |
| Greenacre Boston Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, a newly built property | £55,000 | 1996-01-23 | £282,688 |
PE11 4PA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE11 4PA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosberton Academy High Street , Gosberton PE11 4NW | 2out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Quadring Cowley & Brown's Primary School Church End , Quadring PE11 4SQ | 3out of 4 | 3,310 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Surfleet Primary School Station Road , Surfleet PE11 4DB | - not rated | 4,155 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School Towndam Lane , Donington PE11 4TR | 3out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosberton House Academy 11 Westhorpe Road , Gosberton PE11 4EW | 4out of 4 | 1,361 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gosberton Charcoal Grill Kebab | 1 Spalding Road, Gosberton | 1,084 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.