About Dry Doddington

Dry Doddington is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the NG23 postcode area. This rural community is characterised by its agricultural landscape, with fields and farms surrounding the village. The area is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The village is situated near the larger town of Newark-on-Trent, providing access to additional amenities and services. Dry Doddington features a few local facilities, including a church and some traditional houses, which contribute to its community feel. It serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions in Lincolnshire.

School Ratings in Dry Doddington

Families in Dry Doddington have access to 15 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dry Doddington

Homes sell for an average of £380K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £404K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dry Doddington

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Dry Doddington, with 3 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Dry Doddington

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dry Doddington around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Dry Doddington

Broadband services in Dry Doddington range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,813 sales

Average Price £380K
£5K — £7M
Detached £404K 1,757
Semi £248K 624
Terraced £206K 200
Flat £198K 31

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
The Claypole Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Long Bennington Church of England Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles The Marston Thorold's Charity Church of England School Primary Good 2.9 miles The Suthers School Secondary Good 3 miles Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Chuter Ede Primary School Primary 3.9 miles John Hunt Academy Primary Good 4.2 miles Hope House School Good 4.4 miles Christ Church C of E Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Highfields School 4.6 miles The Newark Academy Secondary Good 4.6 miles Newark Orchard School 4.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Dry Doddington IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Dry 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
5,257 Children (0-15) 15%
19,844 Working Age 57%
12,753 Older (60+) 37%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.5% 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 Dry Doddington 21 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Dry Doddington are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Burglary
3 Other Crime
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Grantham Rural North
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

Bottesford Train Station 5.3 miles
Newark Northgate Train Station 5.8 miles
Newark Castle Train Station 6.1 miles
Grantham Train Station 7.9 miles
Ancaster Train Station 8.1 miles
Aslockton Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Westborough 1.2 miles Stubton 1.8 miles Long Bennington 1.8 miles Claypole 1.9 miles Hougham 2.2 miles Foston 2.5 miles Fenton 2.8 miles Askerton Hill 3.1 miles Marston 3.1 miles Fernwood 3.1 miles Brandon 3.3 miles Staunton in the Vale 3.6 miles

Local Government

District South Kesteven
County Lincolnshire
Ward Viking
Constituency Sleaford and North Hykeham
Parish Claypole
Region East Midlands

Streets in NG23 30 shown View all streets

A1 4 A46 5 A617 6 Acklands Lane 1 Alexandra Close 1 Allen Close 1 Allen Road 1 Amen Corner 1 Amos Lane 1 Ayrshire Way 2 B6325 1 Back Lane 5 Back Street 1 Baker's Lane 2 Baptist Lane 1 Barnby Lane 2 Barrel Hill Road 3 Bathley Lane 5 Baxter Lane 1 Bell Close 1 Bell Lane 2 Bennington Close 1 Bennington Lane 1 Besthorpe Road 2 Birkland Lane 1 Blackbourn Close 1 Blacksmith Lane 2 Braemer Road 2 Bramble Close 1 Brammersack Close 1

Postcodes in NG23 50 shown View all postcodes

NG23 5AA NG23 5AB NG23 5AD NG23 5AE NG23 5AF NG23 5AG NG23 5AH NG23 5AJ NG23 5AL NG23 5AP NG23 5AQ NG23 5AR NG23 5AS NG23 5AT NG23 5AU NG23 5AW NG23 5AX NG23 5AY NG23 5AZ NG23 5BA NG23 5BB NG23 5BD NG23 5BE NG23 5BF NG23 5BG NG23 5BH NG23 5BJ NG23 5BL NG23 5BN NG23 5BP NG23 5BQ NG23 5BS NG23 5BT NG23 5BU NG23 5BW NG23 5BX NG23 5BY NG23 5BZ NG23 5DA NG23 5DB NG23 5DD NG23 5DE NG23 5DF NG23 5DG NG23 5DH NG23 5DJ NG23 5DL NG23 5DN NG23 5DP NG23 5DQ