# Alford, LN13 The Alford postcode district in Lincolnshire has recorded modest property dynamics over the past five years. House prices grew at a compound annual rate of 3.2%, marginally below national averages, whilst rental growth outpaced capital appreciation at 4.7% annually. Population expansion was negligible at 0.4% over the period, suggesting limited demographic momentum. With a trajectory score of 37.0 out of 100, placing it in the average band at the 2nd percentile nationally, LN13 demonstrates below-average momentum relative to UK market performance. The district remains in a latent gentrification stage, indicating minimal visible transformation or investment-led development currently underway. These metrics suggest cautious market conditions for investors assessing capital growth potential.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.7% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.4% per year
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What's changing in Alford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.2 points this month to 38/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
25 planning applications submitted in LN13 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 4 change of use.
- Section 73 application to vary condition no.2 (approved plans) previously imposed on planning permission ref. no. N/089/01882/24 for the erection of a detached bungalow on the site of existing garden land.Mar 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Planning Permission - Erection of a detached double garage.Jan 2026 · Unknown
- Section 73 application to vary condition no. 6 (foul water) as previously imposed on N/125/00216/23 for the change of use of existing touring caravan site for the siting of 46 no. mobile holiday lodgesApr 2026 · Awaiting decision
Alford (LN13) common questions
Is Alford up and coming?
Alford (LN13) has a trajectory score of 38/100 (Average), placing it in the top 97% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 5.5 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Alford safe?
Alford has a safety score of 18/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Alford?
The average property price in Alford (LN13) is £180k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Alford?
The median monthly rent in Alford (LN13) is £663 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Alford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Mablethorpe (LN12), Hornchurch (RM12), Spilsby (PE23), Skegness (PE24), Louth (LN11). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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