Area360 logo

Find postcode

South

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / North East Lincolnshire / South

About

South Ward is an electoral division in North East Lincolnshire, covering parts of the town of Grimsby. It includes residential areas with a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to modern developments. The ward is situated close to Grimsby town centre, providing easy access to local amenities and transport links.

The area features several green spaces, including Weelsby Woods, a popular park with walking trails and play areas. South Ward also has schools, community centres, and local shops serving its residents. The ward’s proximity to the port and industrial areas reflects its historical ties to Grimsby’s maritime and fishing industries.

Area overview

On average South has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 131 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South is £27,823 per year. There are 7 schools in South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
131
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
36.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Population
12,427
Population density
4,335.9 per km²

Demographics

British
11,348
91.3%
Other White
625
5.03%
African
74
0.6%
Other Asian
46
0.37%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
44
0.35%
Total population: 12,430

Housing

Owns outright
1,289
25.08%
Other social rented
1,201
23.37%
Owns with a mortgage
1,107
21.54%
Private landlord or letting agency
732
14.24%
Social rents from council
706
13.74%
Total households: 5,140

Property prices in South

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £119,375 in South area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £275,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£205,250
Semi-Detached54£130,250
Terraced32£110,000

10 years price trend in South

Prev Next

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.