About Deeping St Nicholas

Deeping St Nicholas is a village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the postcode area PE11. It lies to the south of the River Welland and is part of the South Kesteven district. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. The local community is small and friendly, with a few amenities available for residents and visitors. The village is surrounded by agricultural land, offering a glimpse into rural life in Lincolnshire. Nearby, you can find the River Welland, which provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Deeping St Nicholas is well-connected to neighbouring towns, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding area. The village is also home to a local church, which serves as a focal point for community activities.

School Ratings in Deeping St Nicholas

Deeping St Nicholas is served by 14 schools. Springwell Alternative Academy Spalding and Spalding High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Deeping St Nicholas

Property prices average £228K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £275K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Deeping St Nicholas

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Deeping St Nicholas, with 30 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Deeping St Nicholas

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Deeping St Nicholas 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 Deeping St Nicholas

Most properties in Deeping St Nicholas 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 7,361 sales

Average Price £228K
£1K — £3.21M
Detached £275K 3,510
Semi £180K 2,045
Terraced £156K 1,187
Flat £101K 281

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Deeping St Nicholas Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles The Cowbit St Mary's Church of England Academy Primary 2.8 miles Crowland Childrens Centre 3.5 miles South View Community Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles The Spalding St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Monkshouse Primary Academy Primary 4.5 miles Ayscoughfee Hall School 4.6 miles Weston Hills CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Spalding Grammar School Secondary Good 4.6 miles Spalding Parish Church of England Day School Primary Good 4.7 miles St Norbert's Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 4.8 miles Springwell Alternative Academy Spalding Outstanding 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Deeping St Nicholas IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Deeping St Nicholas 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
5/10
Employment
6/10
Education
3/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,891 Children (0-15) 18%
33,354 Working Age 60%
15,552 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.6% 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 Deeping St Nicholas 158 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Deeping St Nicholas 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.

59 Violence & Sexual Offences
30 Anti-Social Behaviour
16 Shoplifting
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Public Order
8 Burglary
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Drugs
6 Other Theft
3 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Spalding 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 1 stations

Spalding Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hop Pole 2.2 miles Peak Hill 3.2 miles Brotherhouse Bar 3.2 miles Little London 3.3 miles Stowgate 3.3 miles Cowbit 3.6 miles Tongue End 3.6 miles Fen End 3.6 miles Crowland 3.6 miles Clay Lake 4.2 miles Pode Hole 4.3 miles Frognall 4.4 miles

Local Government

District South Holland
County Lincolnshire
Ward Spalding Castle
Constituency South Holland and The Deepings
Parish South Holland, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Streets in PE11 30 shown View all streets

Aalsmeer Rise 1 Abbey House 1 Abbey Path 1 Abbey Yard 1 Abbot's Way 1 Abbots Crescent 1 Acacia Avenue 4 Acklam Avenue 1 Aintree Drive 2 Akita Close 1 Albert Street 3 Albion Street 5 Albion Wharf 1 Aldrin Close 1 Aldwych Gardens 1 Alexandra Road 3 Algers Walk 1 Ambassador Walk 1 Ambleside Drive 1 Amstel Close 1 Amsterdam Gardens 1 Angelica Drive 1 Annette Close 1 Apeldoorn Gardens 1 Apple Way 1 Archer Court 1 Armstrong Road 1 Arnhem Drive 1 Arnhem Way 2 Arun Court 1

Postcodes in PE11 50 shown View all postcodes

PE11 1AE PE11 1AF PE11 1AG PE11 1AJ PE11 1AL PE11 1AN PE11 1AS PE11 1AT PE11 1AY PE11 1AZ PE11 1BB PE11 1BE PE11 1BF PE11 1BG PE11 1BH PE11 1BN PE11 1BP PE11 1BS PE11 1BT PE11 1DA PE11 1DF PE11 1DH PE11 1DL PE11 1DN PE11 1DP PE11 1DQ PE11 1DT PE11 1DU PE11 1DW PE11 1DY PE11 1EA PE11 1EB PE11 1ED PE11 1EF PE11 1EG PE11 1EH PE11 1EJ PE11 1EN PE11 1EQ PE11 1ER PE11 1ES PE11 1EW PE11 1EY PE11 1FA PE11 1FQ PE11 1FU PE11 1FY PE11 1GD PE11 1GF PE11 1GG