Sibsey & Stickney is a rural ward in East Lindsey, Lincolnshire, characterised by its agricultural landscape and small villages. The area is primarily farmland, with fields of crops and grazing land dominating the scenery. The villages of Sibsey and Stickney serve as the main settlements, offering local amenities such as shops, schools, and churches. The ward is connected by quiet country roads, with the A16 providing a key route to nearby towns like Boston and Spilsby.
The ward has a strong sense of community, with events often centred around village halls and churches. The Sibsey Trader Windmill, a historic landmark, is a notable feature in the area. The landscape is flat and open, typical of the Lincolnshire Fens, with drainage channels and dykes common throughout. The ward’s population is spread thinly, with most residents living in the villages or isolated farmsteads. Public transport is limited, making car travel essential for most daily needs.
Area overview
On average Sibsey & Stickney has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sibsey & Stickney is £36,500 per year. There are 5 schools in Sibsey & Stickney: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
5.5%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Sibsey & Stickney Population
5,096
Population density
48.7 per km²
Demographics
British
4,867
95.45%
Other White
82
1.61%
Indian
30
0.59%
White and Asian (mixed)
18
0.35%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
17
0.33%
Total population: 5,099
Christian
3,074
60.32%
No religion
1,680
32.97%
Not answered
269
5.28%
Sikh
18
0.35%
Other religion
17
0.33%
Total population: 5,096
No qualifications
1,058
24.09%
Level 4 qualifications or above
988
22.5%
Level 3 (A level)
727
16.55%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
637
14.5%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
511
11.63%
Total 16+ residents: 4,392
Employed
2,222
50.55%
Retired
1,478
33.62%
Looking after home or family
189
4.3%
Long-term sick or disabled
154
3.5%
Student
133
3.03%
Total 16+ residents: 4,396
Housing
Owns outright
1,188
52.96%
Owns with a mortgage
596
26.57%
Private landlord or letting agency
219
9.76%
Other social rented
105
4.68%
Other forms of private rent
99
4.41%
Total households: 2,243
Detached
1,682
74.96%
Semi-detached
380
16.93%
Terraced
129
5.75%
Purpose-built flat
17
0.76%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
10
0.45%
Total households: 2,244
Property prices in Sibsey & Stickney
Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £225,000 in Sibsey & Stickney area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,500 up to £775,000.
