Marshlands Drive is in Holbeach, Spalding and in South Holland district. PE12 7QQ is located in the Holbeach Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Holland and The Deepings. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marshlands Drive, Holbeach, Spalding, PE12 7QQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE12 7QH, PE12 7QG, PE12 7PH, PE12 7JQ, PE12 7QT, PE12 7QF, PE12 7AW, PE12 7PQ, PE12 7QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE12 7QQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 51.9% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48.1% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 29.2% | 36.2% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 40.7% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 11.8% | -3.8% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 12% | 9% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 32.3% | 38.5% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 36.6% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 22% | 19.5% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 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 PE12 7QQ this area, 31% 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 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.5% | 31% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 12.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 6.9% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 21.3% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 8.8% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.3% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 13.9% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.8% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.3% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 96.6% | 94.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 94.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.6% | 76.7% | -12.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 31.2% | 13.5% | 17.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marshlands Drive was 94.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.4% lower than the Holbeach Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marshlands Drive has the 10th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Holbeach Town and the 76th highest crime rate of 289 local areas in South Holland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Marshlands Drive, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2025-04-17 | £205,965 |
| 21 Marshlands Drive, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2019-04-16 | £185,478 |
| 33 Marshlands Drive, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-02-05 | £163,526 |
| 21 Marshlands Drive, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2017-08-25 | £185,534 |
| 35 Marshlands Drive, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2017-03-31 | £170,034 |
PE12 7QQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holbeach Primary Academy Boston Road South , Holbeach PE12 7LZ | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holbeach William Stukeley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Spalding Road , Holbeach PE12 7HG | 3out of 4 | 989 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbeach Bank Primary Academy Roman Bank , Holbeach Bank PE12 8BX | 1out of 4 | 2,597 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleet Wood Lane School Wood Lane , Fleet PE12 8NN | 3out of 4 | 3,042 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whaplode Church of England Primary School Mill Lane , Whaplode PE12 6TS | 3out of 4 | 3,959 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Academy Holbeach Park Road , Holbeach PE12 7PU | 3out of 4 | 447 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Inn | 7 Fleet Street, Holbeach | 586 yd | |
| Kan-Ton | 18 Fleet Street, Holbeach | 611 yd | |
| Krua Thai | 56 High Street, Holbeach | 642 yd | |
| Caffe Aurora | 52 High Street, Holbeach | 651 yd | |
| the coffee lounge | 51-53 High Street, Holbeach | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tigers Bar and Social Club | Park Road Holbeach United Football Club, Carters Park, Holbeach | 561 yd | |
| Horse & Groom | 65 High Street, Holbeach | 638 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | The Crown Hotel, 5 West End, Holbeach | 881 yd | |
| Holbeach United Services Club | 52 Church Street, Holbeach | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holbeach Fish Bar | 24 Fleet Street, Holbeach | 601 yd | |
| The Central Fish Bar | 67-69 High Street, Holbeach | 633 yd | |
| Holbeach Pizza and Kebab House | 34 High Street, Holbeach | 679 yd | |
| Pizza roma | 26 High Street, Holbeach | 700 yd | |
| Good Earth Chinese Takeaway | 24 High Street, Holbeach | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Cooperative Ltd | 5 Fleet Street, Holbeach | 516 yd | |
| Tesco | Boston Road South, Holbeach | 830 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carters Park Park Road | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| University Academy Holbeach PARK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 576 yd |
| Holbeach United Community Sports Academy Pennyhill Road | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Holbeach Primary Academy BOSTON ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Body Works (Closed) 2-8 2-8 Church Street | health and fitness suite | 957 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.