About Beckingham

Beckingham is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the LN5 postcode area and is situated near the border with Nottinghamshire. The village is surrounded by rural farmland, typical of the Lincolnshire countryside, and is known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere. Beckingham has a long history, with records indicating its existence in the Domesday Book of 1086. The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, and the local community is active in maintaining village life. There is a church, St Mary’s, which dates back to the 13th century and remains a central part of the village. The surrounding area is ideal for walking and cycling, with footpaths connecting to nearby villages and open countryside. Beckingham is a place where residents enjoy a close-knit community and a strong connection to the local landscape.

School Ratings in Beckingham

There are 26 schools in and around Beckingham. Lincoln Central and Bracebridge Children's Centre and The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beckingham

The average property price is £230K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £141K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beckingham

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Beckingham, with 59 recorded incidents in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beckingham

Beckingham 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 Beckingham

Broadband speeds in Beckingham 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 5,975 sales

Average Price £230K
£500 — £9.2M
Detached £329K 1,824
Semi £197K 1,195
Terraced £141K 2,300
Flat £125K 382

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
3 Secondary
8 Other
Brant Broughton Church of England and Methodist Primary School Primary 2 miles Broughton House College 2.6 miles Coddington CofE Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.7 miles The Claypole Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Hope House School Good 3.3 miles Chuter Ede Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Witham Prospect School Good 3.7 miles The Suthers School Secondary Good 3.8 miles John Hunt Academy Primary Good 3.9 miles Highfields School 3.9 miles The Newark Academy Secondary Good 3.9 miles Newark Orchard School 3.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Beckingham IMD 2025

Beckingham 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,935 Children (0-15) 15%
38,795 Working Age 67%
13,974 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.9% 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 Beckingham 280 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Beckingham sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

92 Violence & Sexual Offences
59 Shoplifting
55 Anti-Social Behaviour
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Other Theft
11 Public Order
10 Vehicle Crime
8 Burglary
4 Other Crime
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Hykeham Rural
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Newark Northgate Train Station 4.4 miles
Newark Castle Train Station 4.8 miles
Collingham Train Station 5.5 miles
Swinderby Train Station 6.6 miles
Ancaster Train Station 8.8 miles
Fiskerton Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sutton 0.6 miles Camp 0.9 miles Barnby in the Willows 1.4 miles Fenton 1.9 miles Coddington 2.6 miles Brant Broughton 2.6 miles Stragglethorpe 2.6 miles Stapleford 2.6 miles Claypole 2.8 miles Carlton-le-Moorland 3.1 miles Stubton 3.1 miles The Hollies 3.2 miles

Local Government

District North Kesteven
County Lincolnshire
Ward Cliff Villages
Constituency Sleaford and North Hykeham
Parish Boothby Graffoe
Region East Midlands

Streets in LN5 30 shown View all streets

A15 2 A57 2 A607 1 Abbot Street 2 Acacia Avenue 1 Acorn Close 1 Addision Close 1 Adelaide Close 1 Alfred Street 3 Allen Road 2 Almond Crescent 1 Altham Terrace 2 Anchor Street 3 Antrim Road 1 Archer Street 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashby Close 1 Aston Close 1 Back Lane 1 Badgers Oak 2 Baileys Lane 1 Bakers Lane 1 Bangor Close 2 Bar Lane 2 Bargate 7 Barnes Lane 1 Bassingham Road 3 Beck Street 1 Beech Court 1 Beech Street 2

Postcodes in LN5 50 shown View all postcodes

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