Amcotts on the map
Built-up area0.6 km² (0.2 sq mi)
Location in LincolnshireAmcotts sits where the marker shows within the county.
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 £178K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £141K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Amcotts
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Amcotts, with 40 recorded incidents in May 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.
Healthcare in Amcotts
There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Amcotts, the nearest being Nth Lincs Memory Service (2.3 miles away).
Local Data for Amcotts
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Property Prices 4,576 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DN17 postcode area.
Household Income in Amcotts ONS 2023
The average total household income in Amcotts is approximately £45,088 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,498. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,498.
Businesses in Amcotts ONS 2025
There are approximately 914 active businesses based in Amcotts, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Amcotts 250 crimes · May 2026
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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Amcotts
Of the 14,607 households in and around Amcotts, 68% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Amcotts.