Carlton Road is in Boston and in Boston district. PE21 8PQ is located in the Station electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Boston and Skegness. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carlton Road, Boston, PE21 8PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE21 8QJ, PE21 8LH, PE21 8LQ, PE21 8LJ, PE21 8PF, PE21 8PG, PE21 8LF, PE21 8PE, PE21 8PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE21 8PQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.7% | 49.4% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.6% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 43.2% | 39.4% | -3.8% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 35% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 16.8% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 7.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.4% | 46.3% | 11.9% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 50.6% | 40.3% | -10.3% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 9.7% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 PE21 8PQ this area, 39.7% 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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 39.7% | 4.8% | 18.2% | 21.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 10.4% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 10.8% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 7.4% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 11.8% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 14.5% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 18.5% | 5.4% | -13.1% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.1% | 88.9% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 7.4% | 7.1% | 1.6% | 5.8% |
In this area, just 42.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60% | 42.9% | -17.1% | 83.2% | -40.3% |
| European Union | 35% | 53.1% | 18.1% | 6.1% | 47.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 42.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 17.3% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 59.7% | 42.6% | -17.1% | 83.2% | -40.6% |
| 10+ Years | 14.4% | 17.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | 7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 15.3% | 16.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 13.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.3% | 14.8% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 12.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 8.5% | 6.3% | 1.9% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 28.7% | 76.7% | -48.0% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 20.2% | 0.3% | 19.9% |
| Poland | 7.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Romania | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% |
| Other EU countries | 19.6% | 1.5% | 18.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.3% | 37.2% | -14.9% |
| Christian | 68.9% | 46.2% | 22.7% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carlton Road was 367.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 258.5% higher than the Fenside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carlton Road has the highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Fenside and the 11th highest crime rate of 209 local areas in Boston .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 136.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 57.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Carlton Road, Boston, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-01-08 | £126,694 |
| 73 Carlton Road, Boston, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2019-02-07 | £264,781 |
| 86 Carlton Road, Boston, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2017-06-27 | £238,860 |
| 92 Carlton Road, Boston, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2014-05-16 | £139,153 |
| 96 Carlton Road, Boston, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2010-10-12 | £81,111 |
PE21 8PQ 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 | 152 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Nursery School Church Road , PE21 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Road Academy Carlton Road , PE21 8QX | 4out of 4 | 442 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Academy Robin Hoods Walk , PE21 9LQ | 2out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staniland Academy Peck Avenue , PE21 8DF | 4out of 4 | 935 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boston West Academy Sussex Avenue , PE21 7QG | 4out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boston Pioneers Free School Academy Fydell Crescent , PE21 8SS | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven High Academy Marian Road , PE21 9HB | 2out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Boston Grammar School South End , PE21 6JY | 2out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Boston High School Spilsby Road , PE21 9PF | 3out of 4 | 2,212 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston College Rochford Campus , Skirbeck Road PE21 6JF | - not rated | 1,985 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge House Independent School Grantham Road , PE21 7NL | - not rated | 1,883 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boston Endeavour Academy Kitwood Road , PE21 9PX | 3out of 4 | 2,014 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Preparatory School & Little Dragons Preschool 126 London Road , PE21 7HB | - not rated | 2,326 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Lock Cafe | Witham Bank East | 473 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Superstore, Sleaford Road | 514 yd | |
| Delfino @ Boston Tennis Club | Boston Lawn Tennis Club, 125 Sleaford Road | 695 yd | |
| A Taste of Portugal | 2 James Street | 730 yd | |
| Zhu Guang | 136 West Street | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eagle Public House | The Eagle, 144 West Street | 739 yd | |
| Carpenters Arms | Carpenters Arms Inn, Witham Street | 740 yd | |
| The 20 Bar | 20 Wormgate | 810 yd | |
| Goodbarns Yard | Goodbarns Yard, 8 Wormgate | 827 yd | |
| The Sportsman | Rosebery Avenue | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza King | 98a Carlton Road | 32 yd | |
| Marine Chippy | 35 Fenside Road | 488 yd | |
| Panku Boston | Asda Superstore, Sleaford Road | 490 yd | |
| Andys Fish & Chip Shop | Andys, 14 Tattershall Road | 578 yd | |
| Burger 37 | 36 Shaw Road | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Society | Lincoln Co-Operative, 52-60 Argyle Street | 136 yd | |
| Asda | Sleaford Road | 514 yd | |
| Aldi | Queen Street | 743 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2, Queen Street | 745 yd | |
| Boston Supermarket | Boston Supermarket, 8 George Street | 818 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fenside Community Centre Taverner Road | 248 yd | |
| Trugym Boston SLEAFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 662 yd |
| Boston Tennis Club SLEAFORD ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 699 yd |
| Rosebury Avenue Playing Fields ROSEBERY AVENUE | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Park Academy ROBIN HOODS WALK | grass pitches | 806 yd |
| Boston Squash Rackets Club ROSEBERY AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 822 yd |
| Boston Indoor Bowls Club ROSEBERY AVENUE | indoor bowls | 883 yd |
| Peter Paine Performance Centre ROSEBERY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 909 yd |
| Central Park Boston Norfolk Street | tennis courts | 976 yd |
| Haven High Academy (Marian Campus) MARIAN CAMPUS MARIAN CAMPUS MARIAN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,081 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 117.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.