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About

Lea ward covers a largely rural expanse in the northern part of West Lindsey, characterised by open farmland and several small, dispersed villages. The landscape is dominated by agricultural fields and quiet country lanes, with the settlements of Lea, Knaith, and Fenton forming its main population centres. The area maintains a quiet, agricultural character, with farming being the primary land use and a key element of the local economy.

A notable feature is its position along the River Trent, which forms part of the ward's eastern boundary. This proximity to the river has historically influenced the area, with Knaith Park located on its banks. The ward includes the site of Gainsborough Old Hall, a medieval manor house, which lies just within its southern extent near the town of Gainsborough, providing a distinct historical landmark amidst the prevailing rural setting.

Area overview

On average Lea has low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 26 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 73% below the East Midlands average of 96 per 1,000. Approximately 4.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lea is £47,567 per year. The median sale price in Lea is £260,000 (around £230 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £210,000 and £345,000. There are 1 schools in Lea: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Lea is home to around 2,116 people, with a population density of about 75.1 per km².

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
26
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
4.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lea Population
2,116
Population density
75.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
12.76(-63%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.09(-58%)
Burglary
4.25(+28%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.31(-56%)
Other crime
1.89(-20%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,039
96.32%
Other White
38
1.79%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
6
0.28%
Other Asian
5
0.24%
White and Asian (mixed)
5
0.24%
Total population: 2,117

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
561
30.51%
Level 3 (A level)
325
17.67%
No qualifications
305
16.59%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
256
13.92%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
182
9.9%
Total 16+ residents: 1,839

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
535
55.5%
Owns with a mortgage
289
29.98%
Private landlord or letting agency
80
8.3%
Other social rented
34
3.53%
Other forms of private rent
18
1.87%
Total households: 964

Property prices in Lea

Median price: £260,000
Price per sq ft: £230
Sales (last 12 months): 33
Typical range (middle 50%): £210K – £345K

Based on 33 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 (about £230 per square foot) in Lea area, with individual transactions ranging from £145,000 up to £640,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Lea over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached27£275,000£231
Semi-Detached6£191,750£219

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Lea

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lea.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£209,950£116,000£139,975
2017£227,250£139,750—
2018£242,500£147,500£115,000
2019£234,000£130,000£152,500
2020£253,500£135,000£136,000
2021£263,000£195,000£142,000
2022£290,000£210,000£180,000
2023£265,000£195,000£157,500
2024£285,000£199,950—
2025£267,500£167,500£204,950
2026£295,500£158,500—
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lea.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Lea.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£174£180£155
2017£173£142—
2018£182£146£153
2019£165£136£172
2020£194£145£158
2021£207£161£186
2022£250£202£217
2023£253£195£191
2024£235£168—
2025£232£198£227
2026£239£230—
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Lea.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Lea in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for West Lindsey district.

Band A£1,570
Band B£1,831
Band C£2,093
Band D£2,354
Band E£2,877
Band F£3,401
Band G£3,924
Band H£4,709

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Lea ward.

Local councillors

Emma Frances Bailey

Lea - Elected 4 May 2023

Liberal Democrats

Frequently asked questions about Lea

Is Lea safe?

Lea records about 26 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a very low crime rate for England: it scores 1 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Lea?

The median sale price in Lea is £260,000 (about £230 per square foot) based on 33 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

Are there good schools in Lea?

Lea has 1 primary school (1 Good). Ratings are official Ofsted judgements or Area360 summaries of the latest available inspection grades.

How deprived is Lea?

Lea scores 4 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Lea sits around rank 21,984 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Lea?

The average household income in Lea is around £47,567 per year, and 4% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Lea?

Lea is represented by 1 elected councillor: Emma Frances Bailey (Liberal Democrats).

All postcodesin Lea

DN215NZ

Cow Lane

DN215NB

Westgate

DN215LS

Dealtry Close

DN215PG

Kexby Lane

DN215HD

Gainsborough Road

DN215ES

Willingham Road

DN215HU

Cavendish Drive

DN215EU

Willingham Road

DN215JJ

Gainsborough Road

DN215PQ

Kexby Lane

DN215JB

Rectory Lane

DN215EL

Trehampton Drive

DN215FJ

Damson Close

DN215EF

Anderson Way

DN215HB

Station Road

DN215NX

Avenue A

DN215NW

Lodge Lane

DN215NQ

High Street

DN215NA

Glentworth Road

DN215JH

Causeway Lane

DN215PE

Gainsborough Road

DN215ER

Willingham Road

DN215HS

Gainsborough Road

DN215DR

Crowgarth Lane

DN215NY

Cade Lane

DN215PL

Gainsborough Road

DN215JD

Park Close

DN215NE

Kexby Lane

DN215JE

Park Close

DN215JF

Orchard Place

DN215NS

Church Road

DN215EZ

Station Road

DN215FB

Heynings Close

DN215DY

Glentworth Road

DN215FA

Orchard Avenue

DN215LT

Hillside

DN215NF

Upton Road

DN215HZ

Gainsborough Road

DN215PB

Cow Lane

DN215NU

Main Street

DN215HE

Meadow Rise

DN215HX

Cromwell Avenue

DN215EJ

St Helens Road

DN215DT

Cow Lane

DN215PN

Upton Lane

DN215HR

Gainsborough Road

DN215NJ

Padmoor Lane

DN215LY

High Street

DN215HW

Gainsborough Road

DN215HT

Churchill Way

DN215JL

Lansdall Avenue

DN215PD

The Glebe

DN215NG

Dove Cote Close

DN215ND

Willingham Road

DN215FP

Lodge View

DN215JA

Rectory Lane

DN215FR

Lea

DN215JP

Gainsborough Road

DN215JW

Green Lane

DN215LZ

High Street

DN215NR

Church Road

DN215PF

Knaith Hill

DN215ET

Willingham Road

DN215PJ

Kexby Lane

DN215JN

Gainsborough Road

DN215HA

Station Road

DN215DU

Low Farm Cottages

DN215HF

Priory Way

DN215NL

High Street

DN215FH

Mulberry Close

DN215PR

Cow Lane

DN215NP

Heapham Road

DN215NN

Cade Lane

DN215EN

Willingham Road

DN215HY

Cavendish Drive

DN215FF

Hawksland Close

DN215EG

Church View

DN215EP

The Grove

DN215NT

Avenue B

DN215EW

Stainton Close

DN215EE

Heynings Court

DN215NH

Padmoor Lane

DN215EH

Willingham Road

DN215HN

Gainsborough Road

DN215YR

Rose Walk

DN215HP

The Crescent