About Amcotts

Amcotts is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies within the DN17 postcode area, situated near the border with the East Riding of Yorkshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by open farmland typical of the Lincolnshire countryside. Amcotts is close to the village of Waddington and is within easy reach of the market town of Louth, which offers local amenities and services. The area is known for its rural character and peaceful environment, with access to walking and cycling routes through the surrounding countryside. The village has a small community and is part of the civil parish of Waddington and Amcotts.

School Ratings in Amcotts

There are 49 schools in and around Amcotts. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Amcotts

The average property price is £175K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Amcotts

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Amcotts, with 35 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Amcotts

Amcotts sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Amcotts

Broadband speeds in Amcotts are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,996 sales

Average Price £175K
£1K — £4.09M
Detached £242K 1,615
Semi £143K 2,446
Terraced £108K 702
Flat £78K 58

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

24 Primary
7 Secondary
18 Other
Burton-Upon-Stather Primary Academy Primary 2 miles Outwood Academy Foxhills Secondary Outstanding 2.1 miles Luddington & Garthorpe Primary Primary Good 2.2 miles Berkeley Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Saint Augustine Webster Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 2.2 miles Skills Centre PLUS 2.3 miles North Axholme Children's Centre - Keadby Site Good 2.4 miles Althorpe and Keadby Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Henderson Avenue Children's Centre Good 2.6 miles Oasis Academy Henderson Avenue Primary Good 2.6 miles Gunness and Burringham Church of England Primary School Primary 2.7 miles The St Lawrence Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Amcotts IMD 2025

Amcotts sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,738 Children (0-15) 18%
32,752 Working Age 59%
16,673 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Amcotts 198 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Amcotts sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

83 Violence & Sexual Offences
35 Shoplifting
17 Public Order
14 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Burglary
9 Other Theft
7 Other Crime
5 Drugs
3 Robbery
2 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Humberside Axholme North Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Scunthorpe Train Station 3.3 miles
Crowle Train Station 4.9 miles
Saltmarshe Train Station 8.1 miles
Broomfleet Train Station 8.4 miles
Goole Train Station 9 miles
Gilberdyke Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Flixborough Stather 0.6 miles Flixborough 1.4 miles Gunness 2 miles Normanby 2.2 miles Luddington 2.2 miles Keadby 2.2 miles Burton upon Stather 2.2 miles Crosby 2.2 miles Burton Stather 2.6 miles Dragonby 3.1 miles Thealby 3.1 miles Frodingham 3.1 miles

Local Government

District North Lincolnshire
County Lincolnshire
Ward Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens
Constituency Scunthorpe
Parish North Lincolnshire, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in DN17 30 shown View all streets

A161 7 A18 8 Abbey Road 5 Abbots Road 4 Acacia Way 1 Acer Grove 1 Adling Fleet Road 1 Alba Close 1 Allison Close 1 Alveston Road 3 Ancaster Court 2 Angerstein Road 4 Appleby Close 1 Armeria Drive 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashfield Court 1 Asterby Road 2 Atlas Road 1 Aubretia Drive 2 Austin Crescent 1 Axholme Avenue 1 Aylesby Road 2 Aysgarth Avenue 1 B1392 1 Balmoral Court 1 Barnetby Road 2 Barnstaple Road 2 Beesby Road 1 Belthorn Road 1 Belvedere Drive 1

Postcodes in DN17 50 shown View all postcodes

DN17 1AA DN17 1AB DN17 1AD DN17 1AF DN17 1AG DN17 1AH DN17 1AJ DN17 1AQ DN17 1AS DN17 1AT DN17 1AU DN17 1AW DN17 1AX DN17 1AY DN17 1AZ DN17 1BA DN17 1BB DN17 1BD DN17 1BE DN17 1BF DN17 1BG DN17 1BH DN17 1BJ DN17 1BL DN17 1BP DN17 1BQ DN17 1BS DN17 1BT DN17 1BU DN17 1BW DN17 1BX DN17 1BY DN17 1BZ DN17 1DA DN17 1DB DN17 1DD DN17 1DE DN17 1DF DN17 1DG DN17 1DH DN17 1DJ DN17 1DL DN17 1DN DN17 1DP DN17 1DQ DN17 1DR DN17 1DS DN17 1DT DN17 1DU DN17 1DW