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About

Sutton on Sea is a coastal ward in East Lindsey, Lincolnshire, known for its long sandy beach and traditional seaside charm. The area features a mix of residential properties, holiday homes, and local amenities catering to both residents and visitors. The beach is a focal point, with a promenade offering views of the North Sea and access to the dunes. The ward includes the village of Sutton on Sea, which has a small selection of shops, cafes, and pubs.

Inland, the ward is characterised by flat, open farmland typical of the Lincolnshire coast. The area is quiet outside the summer season, with a slower pace of life. Transport links include local bus services and nearby road connections to larger towns like Mablethorpe and Skegness. The ward’s proximity to nature reserves, such as the Saltfleetby-Theddlethorpe Dunes, adds to its appeal for walkers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Area overview

On average Sutton on Sea has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sutton on Sea is £27,400 per year. There are 1 schools in Sutton on Sea: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
7.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sutton on Sea Population
4,453
Population density
615.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,337
97.35%
Other White
31
0.7%
Irish
23
0.52%
Other Asian
14
0.31%
Other
12
0.27%
Total population: 4,455

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,472
65.66%
Owns with a mortgage
283
12.62%
Private landlord or letting agency
262
11.69%
Other social rented
129
5.75%
Other forms of private rent
55
2.45%
Total households: 2,242

Property prices in Sutton on Sea

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Sutton on Sea area, with individual transactions ranging from £94,000 up to £390,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Sutton on Sea in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Sutton on Sea over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached75£260,000
Flats1£113,500
Semi-Detached15£182,500
Terraced8£174,000

10 years median price trend in Sutton on Sea

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sutton on Sea.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.