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Location in LincolnshireBirchwood sits where the marker shows within the county.

64,362
Population
23,920
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,523
Avg. household income
1,984
Businesses
516
People per km²
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About Birchwood

Birchwood is a small settlement located in the Lincolnshire countryside, within the LN6 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of England, surrounded by open fields and agricultural land typical of the region. The area is characterised by its peaceful environment and traditional English landscape, with scattered homes and farm buildings. While not a large village, Birchwood offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with easy access to nearby towns and villages. The local community is small but close-knit, with residents enjoying the tranquillity of the Lincolnshire plains. The surrounding area is well-suited for walking and cycling, with footpaths connecting to nearby hamlets. The village is not particularly known for any major attractions, but its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Lincolnshire region.

School Ratings in Birchwood

There are 71 schools in and around Birchwood. Witham St Hughs Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 22 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Birchwood

The average property price is £245K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £281K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birchwood

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Birchwood, with 84 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Birchwood

Birchwood 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 Birchwood

There are 24 GP surgeries within three miles of Birchwood, the nearest being The Woodland Medical Practice (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Birchwood

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Property Prices 9,245 sales

Average Price £245K
£500 , £26.4M
Detached £281K 3,875
Semi £192K 3,182
Terraced £162K 1,488
Flat £111K 358

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
8 Secondary
26 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 22
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN6 postcode area.

Birchwood and North Hykeham Children's Centre Good 0.2 miles The Lancaster School Primary Good 0.2 miles Lincoln Birchwood Junior School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Leslie Manser Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles The Kingsdown Nursery School, Lincoln Nursery Good 0.4 miles Fortuna School Not applicable 0.4 miles Woodlands Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.5 miles Hartsholme Academy Primary 0.9 miles The Willows School Not applicable 1 miles The Priory City of Lincoln Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Skellingthorpe the Holt Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles

Household Income in Birchwood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Birchwood is approximately £50,523 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,327. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Birchwood £50,523
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,327.

Businesses in Birchwood ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,984 active businesses based in Birchwood, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 48 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,984 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Birchwood IMD 2025

Birchwood 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
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 20%
11,589 Children (0-15) 18%
40,089 Working Age 62%
12,707 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.5% 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 Birchwood 344 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Birchwood 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 113
Anti-Social Behaviour 84
Shoplifting 38
Criminal Damage & Arson 31
Public Order 18
Other Theft 16
Vehicle Crime 15
Burglary 12
Drugs 5
Bicycle Theft 4
Weapons 3
Other Crime 3
Robbery 2
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Lincoln Hartsholme
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 5 stations

Hykeham Train Station 1.4 miles
Lincoln Train Station 2.7 miles
Saxilby Train Station 4.7 miles
Swinderby Train Station 5.1 miles
Collingham Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Swanpool 1.4 miles Boultham Moor 1.4 miles Swallow Beck 1.4 miles Skellingthorpe 1.4 miles Boultham 1.9 miles New Boultham 2 miles Bracebridge 2 miles Doddington 2 miles North Hykeham 2 miles Whisby 2.2 miles Lincoln 2.8 miles Canwick 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Lincoln
County Lincolnshire
Ward Hartsholme
Constituency Lincoln
Parish Lincoln, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Birchwood

Of the 26,951 households in and around Birchwood, 71% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 14% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Birchwood.

Frequently Asked Questions about Birchwood

What is the population of Birchwood?
Birchwood has a population of approximately 64,362 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Birchwood?
The average property in and around Birchwood sold for about £245,307, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 30% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Birchwood a deprived area?
Birchwood sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Birchwood?
Birchwood is covered by the LN6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Birchwood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Birchwood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Birchwood?
The nearest railway station to Birchwood is Hykeham Train Station, about 1.4 miles away.

Streets in LN6 30 shown View all streets

A1434 8 A46 4 Abbottsford Way 1 Abingdon Avenue 1 Abingdon Close 2 Acer Close 1 Acer Court 1 Adam Close 1 Affords Way 1 Alconbury Close 1 Alder Close 1 Aldergrove Close 1 Aldergrove Crescent 1 Alderney Way 2 Alexandre Avenue 1 Alford Mill Close 1 Almond Avenue 3 Almond Crescent 2 Almond Grove 1 Alness Close 1 Altham Terrace 1 Ambleside Park 1 Anderby Close 1 Anderby Drive 2 Andover Close 1 Anglesey Close 1 Anson Close 1 Anson's Holt 1 Antonius Way 1 Appleby Way 1

Postcodes in LN6 50 shown View all postcodes

LN6 0AA LN6 0AB LN6 0AD LN6 0AE LN6 0AG LN6 0AH LN6 0AJ LN6 0AL LN6 0AN LN6 0AP LN6 0AQ LN6 0AR LN6 0AS LN6 0AT LN6 0AU LN6 0AW LN6 0AX LN6 0AY LN6 0AZ LN6 0BA LN6 0BB LN6 0BD LN6 0BE LN6 0BG LN6 0BH LN6 0BJ LN6 0BL LN6 0BN LN6 0BP LN6 0BQ LN6 0BS LN6 0BU LN6 0BW LN6 0BX LN6 0BY LN6 0BZ LN6 0DA LN6 0DB LN6 0DD LN6 0DE LN6 0DF LN6 0DG LN6 0DH LN6 0DJ LN6 0DL LN6 0DN LN6 0DP LN6 0DQ LN6 0DR LN6 0DS