East Lindsey is a district in the East Midlands, covering a large rural area along the Lincolnshire coast. It includes towns such as Skegness, Louth, and Mablethorpe, known for their seaside attractions and historic market traditions. The district features expansive farmland, marshlands, and the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The coastline offers long sandy beaches and nature reserves, attracting visitors and wildlife. Inland, the landscape is dominated by agriculture, with small villages and market towns scattered throughout. East Lindsey has a mix of coastal tourism and traditional farming, shaping its local economy and way of life.
On average East Lindsey has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in East Lindsey is £34,097 per year. There are 78 schools in East Lindsey: 59 primary (1 Outstanding and 47 Good) and 12 secondary (0 Outstanding and 8 Good).
Based on 1,788 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in East Lindsey area, with individual transactions ranging from £29,000 up to £1,075,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 1,006 | £270,000 |
| Flats | 40 | £100,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 473 | £180,000 |
| Terraced | 269 | £150,000 |
10 years price trend in East Lindsey
Alford
Binbrook
Burgh le Marsh
Chapel St Leonards
Coningsby & Mareham
Croft
Friskney
Fulstow
Grimoldby
Hagworthingham
Halton Holegate
Holton-le-Clay & North Thoresby
Horncastle
Ingoldmells
Legbourne
Mablethorpe
Marshchapel & Somercotes
North Holme
Priory & St James'
Roughton
Scarbrough & Seacroft
Sibsey & Stickney
Spilsby
St Clement's
St Margaret's
St Mary's
St Michael's
Sutton on Sea
Tetford & Donington
Tetney
Trinity
Wainfleet
Willoughby with Sloothby
Winthorpe
Withern & Theddlethorpe
Woodhall Spa
Wragby
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.