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Living in Canwick: Liveability Score 58/100

Last updated 7 August 2026

Canwick scores 58/100 overall, across 9 scored categories. Measured against other towns, healthcare stands out most: 46/100 where the typical UK town scores 18/100. Among the 21 scored places sharing the LN4 postcode district, Canwick ranks 2nd.

Against the wider LN4 district average of 43/100, that is 15 points above. That sits 8 points above the UK-wide average of 50, putting it in the top 10% of the towns and villages we score. Safety (91) and broadband (80) also clear 80/100. Wider context for the surrounding area: LN4 postcode district.

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
91
242.2 crimes per 1,000 residents · last 12 months Above the England & Wales average of 94.3
Crime rate vs national average · last 12 months
Violence and sexual offences 28 crimes
↑ 140% above national average
Anti-social behaviour 19 crimes
↑ 256% above national average
Criminal damage and arson 11 crimes
↑ 360% above national average
Other theft 10 crimes
↑ 360% above national average
Vehicle crime 4 crimes
↑ 138% above national average
other 13 crimes
Highest-crime locations
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  1. 1 Ferry Lane 10 crimes
  2. 2 Washingborough Road 8 crimes
  3. 3 Canwick Hill 7 crimes

Source: data.police.uk · England & Wales only

Environment
61
Air Quality NO₂ 6.6 · PM2.5 7.4 · PM10 12.8 µg/m³
70
Green Space 41
Parks Ample 6
Sports Pitches None
Allotments None
Golf Courses Some 1
Tennis Courts Some 1
Bowling Greens Some 1
Playgrounds Some 1

Services

Schools
26
3 schools in area · 35 within 4km
1Outstanding2Good
  • The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary SchoolPrimary · inspected 2024
    Outstanding
  • Athena SchoolSpecial · inspected 2025
    Good
  • The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary SchoolPrimary · inspected 2021
    Good

Score reflects proximity-weighted access to rated schools within 4km: areas with more nearby schools score higher regardless of settlement boundary.

Healthcare
46
A&E departmentsLincoln County Hospital1.1 mi
Bassetlaw Hospital25.1 mi
Pilgrim Hospital26.2 mi
Hospital waitsLincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust0.9 mi
Routine referral (median)5 wks
Treated within 18 weeks100%
Nearest GP surgeryPortland Medical Practice0.9 mi
GP capacity2,553 patients per GP
0dentists0pharmacies

Score reflects proximity to CQC-rated GP surgeries and hospitals, not facility count. Dentists and pharmacies are shown for context but don't affect the score.

Broadband
80
Full fibre (FTTP)68.7%
available across North Kesteven
Gigabit-capable · incl. cable
92.7%
Ultrafast (300+ Mbps)
92.7%
Superfast (30+ Mbps)
100%
Ofcom Connected Nations · 13 postcodes · full fibre at local-authority level

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
72
Employment rate51.4%
Below the Great Britain average of 57.3% of residents aged 16+
Economic activity (16+)
Employed51.4%Unemployed1.2%Retired37.5%Student3%Other inactive6.9%
Occupation mix
Professional & managerial42.7%Skilled & technical35.7%Routine & elementary21.6%
Highest qualification (16+)
No qualifications15.7%Level 1 (1–4 GCSEs)10.5%Level 2 (5+ GCSEs)12.6%Level 3 (A levels)17.4%Level 4+ (degree & above)32.6%Apprenticeship8.4%Other (incl. vocational)2.7%
Home ownership78.5%
Among the least-deprived 24% of areas in England
Census 2021/22 (Great Britain) · deprivation: IoD 2025 / SIMD
Bills
57
Council tax North Kesteven · 2026-27
A £1,559
B £1,818
C £2,078
D £2,338
E £2,858
F £3,377
G £3,897
H £4,676
Energy East Midlands region
Typical bill regional £1,641/yr
Ofgem price cap, GB average · Apr–Jun 2026
Typical home efficiency local EPC band D
Water Anglian Water
Average bill regional £498/yr
Combined water & sewerage · GB average £520

Transport

Transport
49
Lincoln 1 mi
Hykeham 3.5 mi
Saxilby 6.9 mi
J4 M180 22.8 mi
J4 M180 22.9 mi
J3 M180 24.9 mi

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
32
Pubs & Bars None
Restaurants & Cafes None
Supermarkets & Convenience None
Retail Shopping None
Takeaways None
Fitness None

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House Prices

Not enough recent sales

Fewer than 10 sales were recorded in Canwick in the last 12 months, which isn't enough for a reliable median. Smaller villages often fall below this in any given year. Figures come from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and are updated monthly, so this may fill in later.

Nearby places

Lincoln 58 1.4 mi away ⇄
Bracebridge Heath 60 1.5 mi away ⇄
Washingborough and Heighington 55 2.4 mi away ⇄
Branston 49 2.4 mi away ⇄
Waddington (North Kesteven) 47 3.0 mi away ⇄
North Greetwell 47 3.1 mi away ⇄
Cherry Willingham 53 3.2 mi away ⇄
North Hykeham 62 3.4 mi away ⇄
Burton-by-Lincoln 0 3.5 mi away ⇄
Riseholme 0 3.7 mi away ⇄
Nettleham 53 3.8 mi away ⇄
Burton Waters 36 4.0 mi away ⇄

Frequently asked questions

Is Canwick a nice place to live?

Canwick is a decent place to live for many people. Our liveability score for Canwick is 58/100, placing it among an average areas in the UK across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, broadband, lifestyle, economic health, and bills.

How safe is Canwick?

Canwick is a relatively safe area to live. Our safety score is 91/100. There were 85 crimes recorded in the area over the past 12 months.

What are the best schools in Canwick?

Among the top-rated schools in Canwick are The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School, Athena School and The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted. There are 3 rated schools in Canwick in total.

Canwick in context

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Postcode districts in Canwick

LN4 43 ⇄

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