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Wharf & University

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About

The Wharf & University area in Lincoln is a key part of the city, blending education and leisure. The University of Lincoln sits at the heart of this district, attracting students and academics. Nearby, the Brayford Pool waterfront offers a mix of restaurants, bars, and shops, creating a lively atmosphere. The area is well-connected, with the train station providing easy access to other parts of the UK.

Wharf Street runs alongside the waterfront, featuring modern apartments and offices. The blend of historic and contemporary architecture reflects Lincoln’s evolving character. Walking paths along the water make it a popular spot for both locals and visitors. The area serves as a hub for both study and social life, with events often held by the university or nearby businesses.

Area overview

On average Wharf & University has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 158 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wharf & University is £31,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Wharf & University: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
158
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
11.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wharf & University Population
10,445
Population density
5,609.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,339
79.83%
Other White
702
6.72%
Chinese
223
2.13%
African
189
1.81%
Indian
133
1.27%
Total population: 10,446

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,505
49.07%
Owns outright
507
16.53%
Owns with a mortgage
429
13.99%
Social rents from council
373
12.16%
Other social rented
147
4.79%
Total households: 3,067

Property prices in Wharf & University

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £191,000 in Wharf & University area, with individual transactions ranging from £86,000 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wharf & University 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 Wharf & University over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£243,000
Flats16£154,000
Semi-Detached4£320,000
Terraced43£204,200

10 years median price trend in Wharf & University

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wharf & University.

All postcodes in Wharf & University

LN11WG

Depot Street

LN13BU

Union Road

LN55WW

Firth Road

LN57QF

Foster Street

LN57QJ

High Street

LN57WN

Firth Road

LN11ER

Hungate

LN11HQ

Belle Vue Road

LN11PW

Moor Street

LN11RR

Foss Street

LN21BF

Wharf & University

LN21HN

Wharf & University

LN55PN

Firth Road

LN55TU

Firth Road

LN57AW

Riverside Drive

LN67WD

Campus Way

LN11XW

Lucy Tower Street

LN11BT

Beaumont Fee

LN11HW

Theodore Street

LN11JX

Motherby Hill

LN11LL

Colenso Terrace

LN11TJ

Wharf & University

LN11RP

Westbourne Grove

LN11SY

Carr Street

LN11TA

Foss Bank

LN11XP

Wharf & University

LN55AS

Wharf & University

LN21JD

The Strait

LN55SE

Wharf & University

LN55JW

Firth Road

LN55UL

Firth Road

LN67FW

Campus Way

LN67GE

Campus Way

LN67TW

The Sidings

LN13NH

Upper Long Leys Road

LN55XZ

Wharf & University

LN55RL

Firth Road

LN55XP

Firth Road

LN57AG

Tanner's Lane

LN57NY

Riverside Drive

LN57WD

Firth Road

LN57WQ

Firth Road

LN67GF

Campus Way

LN67GH

Campus Way

LN67WF

Campus Way

LN11WF

Firth Road

LN11ET

Garmston Street

LN11HT

Wharf & University

LN11PB

The Avenue

LN11RD

Campus Way

LN11SU

Carr Street

LN11UR

Beaumont Fee

LN11XA

Kelsey Street

LN11XL

Lucy Tower Street

LN13BT

Michaelgate

LN57BJ

Brayford Street

LN57QN

Mill Lane

LN57RT

Firth Road

LN67FZ

Campus Way

LN67YY

Firth Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.