# Market Rasen (LN8) Market Rasen in Lincolnshire has demonstrated modest price appreciation with a five-year compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, considerably below national averages. Rental growth, however, has outpaced capital growth at 5.4% annually over the same period, suggesting stronger income yields than asset appreciation. Population expansion remains limited at 1.1% over five years, reflecting the rural character of this East Midlands location. The district scores 39.7 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, positioning it in the fifth percentile nationally and indicating average market dynamics. The postcode is in a latent gentrification stage, meaning infrastructure improvements or investment patterns have not yet materially reshaped the area's socioeconomic profile.
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- 1Property prices up 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.1% per year
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What's changing in Market Rasen · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.5 points this month to 38/100, driven mainly by safety.
17 planning applications submitted in LN8 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 2 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Reserved matters application relating to the erection of a dwelling (outline planning permission ref. no. S/044/01482/24 for the erection of a dwelling).Mar 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Determination of whether or not Prior Approval is required for the method of demolition of the existing outbuilding and any site restoration.Mar 2026 · Unknown
- Planning Permission - Change of use of existing agricultural land to a secure dog walking/exercise field, erection of a shelter and boundary fencing with gate to a maximum height of 1.86m (works already completed).Jan 2026 · Awaiting decision
Market Rasen (LN8) common questions
Is Market Rasen up and coming?
Market Rasen (LN8) 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 9.4 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Market Rasen safe?
Market Rasen has a safety score of 32/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Market Rasen?
The average property price in Market Rasen (LN8) is £150k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Market Rasen?
The median monthly rent in Market Rasen (LN8) is £702 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Market Rasen?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Lincoln (LN3), Maida Vale (W9), Market Rasen (LN7), Lincoln (LN2), Barnetby (DN38). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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