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 72 schools in and around Birchwood. Witham St Hughs Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Birchwood

The average property price is £233K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £284K.

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 70 recorded incidents in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Birchwood

Broadband speeds in Birchwood 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 9,292 sales

Average Price £233K
£500 — £5.62M
Detached £284K 3,853
Semi £189K 3,127
Terraced £161K 1,570
Flat £111K 406

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
8 Secondary
27 Other
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 0.4 miles Woodlands Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.5 miles The Pilgrim School Good 0.9 miles Hartsholme Academy Primary 0.9 miles The Willows School 1 miles The Priory City of Lincoln Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles

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
12,829 Children (0-15) 17%
48,897 Working Age 64%
19,250 Older (60+) 25%
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 273 crimes · January 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.

99 Violence & Sexual Offences
70 Anti-Social Behaviour
30 Shoplifting
24 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Public Order
10 Other Theft
9 Vehicle Crime
5 Burglary
4 Bicycle Theft
4 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Weapons
2 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
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

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