About Broadholme

Broadholme is a small settlement located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the LN1 postcode area and is situated near the town of Lincoln. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and agricultural land forming the surrounding landscape. The village is part of the wider Lincolnshire countryside, known for its flat terrain and historic farming traditions. While not a large community, Broadholme offers a quiet, countryside environment with a close-knit local feel. The nearest amenities are found in nearby towns, and the village is accessible by road via the A15 and A1077 routes. The area has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times, and it remains a peaceful place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Broadholme

Broadholme is served by 27 schools. The St Francis Special School, Lincoln is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broadholme

Property prices average £268K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £197K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broadholme

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Broadholme, with 4 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broadholme

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broadholme falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Broadholme

Most properties in Broadholme can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,502 sales

Average Price £268K
£1K — £6.92M
Detached £350K 1,682
Semi £203K 1,055
Terraced £197K 2,053
Flat £196K 385

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
1 Secondary
9 Other
Saxilby Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Burton Hathow Preparatory School Good 1.8 miles Queen Eleanor Primary School Primary 2.3 miles St Lawrence Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Skellingthorpe the Holt Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Woodlands Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 3.5 miles Lincoln Birchwood Junior School Primary Good 3.8 miles The Lancaster School Primary Good 3.8 miles St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy Primary 3.8 miles Birchwood and North Hykeham Children's Centre Good 3.8 miles Newton-on-Trent CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Leslie Manser Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Broadholme IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broadholme in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,269 Children (0-15) 13%
33,264 Working Age 69%
11,571 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.4% 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 Broadholme 29 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Broadholme falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

16 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Other Theft
1 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Gainsborough Rural South
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

Saxilby Train Station 0.7 miles
Hykeham Train Station 5.2 miles
Lincoln Train Station 5.5 miles
Swinderby Train Station 6.6 miles
Collingham Train Station 8.9 miles
Gainsborough Lea Road Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Saxilby 0.6 miles Broxholme 2.2 miles Doddington 2.6 miles Skellingthorpe 2.6 miles Thorney 2.8 miles Harby 2.8 miles Wigsley 3.1 miles Bransby 3.1 miles Kettlethorpe 3.2 miles Fenton 3.3 miles Swinethorpe 3.3 miles North Carlton 3.6 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in LN1 30 shown View all streets

617 Court 1 A1133 9 A57 5 Abbey Park 1 Addison Place 2 Aisne Close 1 Albany Street 1 Albert Crescent 1 Albion Close 2 Albion Crescent 2 Aldermans Walk 1 Alexandra Terrace 1 Allan Close 2 Allandale Close 2 Allison Place 1 Allison Street 2 Almond Close 1 Amble Close 2 Ancholme Close 1 Anderson Court 1 Anderson Lane 1 Angelica Road 3 Anzio Close 1 Anzio Crescent 3 Arnhem Close 1 Arras Close 1 Arthur Taylor Street 3 Ashfield 1 Ashfield Grange 2 Aspen Close 1

Postcodes in LN1 50 shown View all postcodes

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