About Doddington

Doddington is a village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the postcode area LN6. It is situated approximately six miles to the east of Lincoln, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the nearby city. The village has a small population and offers a quiet, rural atmosphere, with local amenities that cater to residents and visitors alike. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Doddington is also home to Doddington Hall, a historic manor house set in beautiful gardens, which is open to the public on certain days. This site adds a cultural aspect to the village, attracting visitors interested in architecture and horticulture. The community is served by basic facilities, ensuring that daily needs are met while maintaining a close-knit village feel.

School Ratings in Doddington

Families in Doddington have access to 62 local schools. Witham St Hughs Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Doddington

Homes sell for an average of £233K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £284K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Doddington

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Doddington, with 70 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Doddington

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Doddington around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Doddington

Doddington benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

32 Primary
7 Secondary
23 Other
Skellingthorpe the Holt Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Queen Eleanor Primary School Primary 1.6 miles St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy Primary 1.6 miles St Lawrence Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Leslie Manser Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles The Kingsdown Nursery School, Lincoln Nursery Good 1.7 miles Fortuna School 1.7 miles Woodlands Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1.7 miles The Lancaster School Primary Good 1.8 miles Lincoln Birchwood Junior School Primary Good 1.8 miles Birchwood and North Hykeham Children's Centre Good 1.9 miles The Willows School 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Doddington IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Doddington are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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 Doddington 273 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Doddington is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

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 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 5 stations

Hykeham Train Station 2.8 miles
Saxilby Train Station 3.3 miles
Lincoln Train Station 4.4 miles
Swinderby Train Station 4.4 miles
Collingham Train Station 7.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Skellingthorpe 1.4 miles Harby 1.9 miles Whisby 1.9 miles Swinethorpe 2 miles Birchwood 2 miles Wigsley 2.5 miles Broadholme 2.6 miles Eagle 2.6 miles Swanpool 3.1 miles Thorpe on the Hill 3.1 miles Saxilby 3.2 miles Thorney 3.3 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