Lincolnshire

Yorkshire & the Humber is a popular destination for homebuyers due to the exciting cities and towns it’s home to nestled amongst spots of outstanding natural beauty. 

Lincolnshire is a major region split between both Yorkshire & the Humber and the East Midlands, often recognised for its beautiful green spaces, excellent beaches, the buzzing atmosphere of Lincoln and the vibrant market towns located across the region. 

Houses for sale in Lincolnshire are increasingly desirable, highlighted by the property performance over the last 10 years. The average house price in Lincolnshire is currently £238,231 and has risen by 76% since 2013.

Below we explore some of the key benefits of buying a house in Lincolnshire, why you might consider shared ownership in Lincolnshire and the key developments we have in the area: 

Is Lincolnshire a Good Place to Buy a House?

If you’re considering shared ownership houses for sale in Lincolnshire, you may want to know if Lincolnshire is a good place to live. 

Lincolnshire is the second largest county in the country and has a huge range of villages, market towns and cities that all have different identities - meaning there’s something for everyone.

Depending on what you’re looking for - whether that’s a bustling coastal town or a cosy market town - you’ll find plenty of great places to live in Lincolnshire.

If we consider the key things that home buyers generally look for, Lincolnshire ranks well in many major categories: 

Crime Rates

Lincolnshire is ranked as the 14th safest county in the country according to Statista and as such is popular with families or young couples that are considering moving. 

Some of the safest places in Lincolnshire include Holbeach, Stamford and North Hykeham, which are 21%, 22% and 39% safer than the wider county average. 

Education & Schools

Lincolnshire has 382 schools serving over 110,983 pupils - this is split between 355 state-funded schools and 17 independent schools.

Out of those 382 schools, 61% are rated either ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, with the majority of these top-ranking schools being primary and 33 being secondary.

For students looking for higher education, there are 6 universities in Lincolnshire. The two largest are both located in Lincoln - the University of Lincoln (14,000 students) and Bishop Grosseteste University College Lincoln (2,000). 

Transport Links

Despite being more rural, Lincolnshire still has good connections around the country. Newark and Lincoln both offer rail connections to London, the Midlands and the North for those who are taking longer journeys.

The North and West of Lincolnshire are easily reached via the M180 which connects to the A1 and A15.

Most people travel by car around Lincolnshire due to its size and the stretches of rural space. Public transport is largely used for shorter trips between the villages and smaller towns around the county.

Employment

Lincolnshire has an employment rate of 74%, which is around the national average. The jobs market is largely split between a range of sectors including professional occupations, skilled trades, healthcare and manufacturing.

Engineering roles are available at major employers such as Siemens and Dynex, while healthcare occupations are offered at Lincoln Medical School - which is partnered with Nottingham Universities.

Since the majority of job opportunities are available in larger towns and cities such as Lincoln, many professionals take advantage of the beautiful towns and villages in the county and commute.

What are House Prices Like in Lincolnshire?

Lincolnshire has seen property prices rise over the last 10 years as more and more people have moved to the area. 

Since 2013, the average house price has increased by around £102,000, with the average property price in Lincolnshire now sitting at £238,231.

This represents exceptional growth but still highlights a relative level of affordability that makes Lincolnshire so popular with homebuyers.