About Ermine

Ermine is a suburb located in the city of Lincoln, in Lincolnshire, England. It lies to the north of the city centre and is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles, including modern developments and older properties. The area is served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. The suburb is well-connected to the rest of Lincoln, with good transport links providing easy access to the city centre and surrounding areas. Nearby, you can find various green spaces, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Ermine is also close to the A46, facilitating travel to other parts of Lincolnshire and beyond.

School Ratings in Ermine

Families in Ermine have access to 84 local schools. The St Francis Special School, Lincoln is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ermine

Homes sell for an average of £268K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £197K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ermine

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ermine, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ermine

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ermine 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 Ermine

Ermine 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 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

43 Primary
11 Secondary
30 Other
The St Francis Special School, Lincoln Outstanding 101 yards Lincoln Castle Academy Secondary 0.1 miles Lincoln North and Carholme Children's Centre 0.4 miles Bishop Grosseteste University Good 0.4 miles Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Ermine Primary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Mount Street Academy Primary 0.6 miles Lincoln St. Giles Children's Centre 0.8 miles Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln Good 0.9 miles Westgate Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Lincoln Christ's Hospital School Secondary 1 miles The Lincoln St Giles Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ermine IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Ermine 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
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 Ermine 29 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ermine 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 town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

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 Lincoln Minster and Castle
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

Lincoln Train Station 1.6 miles
Hykeham Train Station 4.6 miles
Saxilby Train Station 5.4 miles
Swinderby Train Station 8.6 miles
Metheringham Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Burton-by-Lincoln 0.9 miles St Giles 0.9 miles Lincoln 1.2 miles Riseholme 1.4 miles New Boultham 2 miles Nettleham 2.2 miles South Carlton 2.2 miles Swanpool 2.2 miles North Greetwell 2.5 miles Boultham 2.6 miles Canwick 2.6 miles North Carlton 3.1 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

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