Eastgate is in Fleet, Spalding and in South Holland district. PE12 8ND 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 Eastgate, Fleet, Spalding, PE12 8ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE12 8NB, PE12 8TG, PE12 8NS, PE12 8NF, PE12 8LF, PE12 8LG, PE12 8NY, PE12 8NR, PE12 8NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE12 8ND is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 50.9% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 44.2% | 49.1% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.5% | 37% | 12.5% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 39.1% | -10.2% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 12.1% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 11% | 10.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.4% | 38.3% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 32.3% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 20% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 8ND this area, 39.1% 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 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.4% | 39.1% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 20.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 10.1% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 10.8% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 14.1% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 13.8% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 7.7% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 4.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 97.6% | 96.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 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 | 97% | 96% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.4% | 76.7% | -17.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 38.6% | 13.5% | 25.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastgate was 121.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 141.2% higher than the Fleet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eastgate has the 2nd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Fleet and the 46th highest crime rate of 289 local areas in South Holland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 104.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libra Lodge Eastgate, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-10-23 | £402,526 |
| 56 Eastgate, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-09-20 | £177,402 |
| 58 Eastgate, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £203,500 | 2019-11-08 | £245,949 |
| 54 Eastgate, Spalding, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2018-06-15 | £199,624 |
| Libra Lodge Eastgate, Spalding, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2016-04-27 | £256,124 |
PE12 8ND area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 8ND area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fleet Wood Lane School Wood Lane , Fleet PE12 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gedney Church End Primary Academy Church End , Gedney PE12 0BU | - not rated | 1,344 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 | 3,847 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbeach Primary Academy Boston Road South , Holbeach PE12 7LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Sutton County Primary School Dick Turpin Way , Long Sutton PE12 9EP | - not rated | 4,235 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 | 3,523 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University Academy Long Sutton 84 Little London , Long Sutton PE12 9LF | 1out of 4 | 5,048 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 | 822 yd | |
| The Chestnuts | Topsgate, Gedney | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose & Crown | Old Main Road, Fleet Hargate | 407 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fleet Hargate Playing Field Old Main Road | grass pitches | 371 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 38.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 42.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 42.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.