Old Main Road is in Fleet Hargate, Spalding and in South Holland district. PE12 8LH is located in the Fleet 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 Old Main Road, Fleet Hargate, Spalding, PE12 8LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE12 8LJ, PE12 8JZ, PE12 8JS, PE12 8NA, PE12 8LG, PE12 8NP, PE12 8NT, PE12 8LZ, PE12 8NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE12 8LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.7% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49% | 48.3% | -0.7% | 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% | 25.7% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 48.3% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 12.5% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 12.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
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 | 37.1% | 35.2% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 38.9% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 18.8% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 4.5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 26.4% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 14.5% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 13.8% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.6% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 16% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 18.2% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 7.2% | 4.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 96.3% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 92.3% | 92.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 92.9% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 66.6% | 46.2% | 20.4% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Main Road was 50.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.7% higher than the Fleet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Main Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Fleet and the 129th lowest crime rate of 289 local areas in South Holland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseacre Old Main Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2025-07-28 | £247,852 |
| White Gables Old Main Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-01-24 | £239,499 |
| Fern Cottage Old Main Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-05-31 | £195,987 |
| The Cottage Old Main Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-03-25 | £270,662 |
| Laurel House Old Main Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-09-09 | £389,194 |
PE12 8LH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PE12 8LH 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 | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gedney Church End Primary Academy Church End , Gedney PE12 0BU | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleet Wood Lane School Wood Lane , Fleet PE12 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,503 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbeach Primary Academy Boston Road South , Holbeach PE12 7LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,022 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 | 4,069 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Sutton County Primary School Dick Turpin Way , Long Sutton PE12 9EP | - not rated | 4,203 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 3,672 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University Academy Long Sutton 84 Little London , Long Sutton PE12 9LF | 1out of 4 | 4,912 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lawns & Lakes Camping and Caravan Site | The Lawns Caravan And Campsite Lowgate Road, Fleet Hargate | 410 yd | |
| The Chestnuts | Topsgate, Gedney | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose & Crown | Old Main Road, Fleet Hargate | 6 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fleet Hargate Playing Field Old Main Road | grass pitches | 289 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 13.3% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.