We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Skellingthorpe in Lincoln from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Skellingthorpe older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Skellingthorpe and Lincoln? Is Skellingthorpe an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Skellingthorpe Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Lincoln.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | 4.4% | -0.1% |
| East Midlands | 3.4% | -0.2% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 54.87% |
| In Part-Time Work | 27.37% |
| Unemployed | 4.53% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Skellingthorpe Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Skellingthorpe residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Birchwood | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 20.47% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 12.73% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 16.9% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.22% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 17.2% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 23.41% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Skellingthorpe Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Birchwood.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Skellingthorpe and Lincoln
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Skellingthorpe either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 53.57 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 46.43 of Skellingthorpe residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Birchwood (Lincoln) | 53.57% | 46.43% |
| Lincoln | 50.5% | 49.5% |
| East Midlands | 65.47% | 34.53% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Skellingthorpe has a lower level of home ownership than than the national average.
Skellingthorpe compared to other wards in Lincoln
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Witham (Lincoln) | 74.91% | 25.09% |
| 2 | Hartsholme | 70.19% | 29.81% |
| 3 | Moorland | 56.11% | 43.89% |
| 4 | Glebe | 54.73% | 45.27% |
| 5 | Birchwood (Lincoln) | 53.57% | 46.43% |
| 6 | Minster | 51.9% | 48.1% |
| 7 | Boultham | 51.63% | 48.37% |
| 8 | Castle (Lincoln) | 44.65% | 55.35% |
| 9 | Carholme | 42.75% | 57.25% |
| 10 | Abbey (Lincoln) | 38.2% | 61.8% |
| 11 | Park (Lincoln) | 31.4% | 68.6% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Skellingthorpe Health Statistics
Birchwood has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood (Lincoln) | 40.61% | 37.45% | 15.44% | 5.11% | 1.4% |
| Lincoln | 43.82% | 36.81% | 13.91% | 4.3% | 1.16% |
| East Midlands | 46.25% | 34.83% | 13.58% | 4.16% | 1.19% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Lincoln changed since 2011?
Lincoln residents who describe their health as either good or very good has decreased by 0.13% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 44.18% | 36.58% | 13.9% | 4.18% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | 43.82% | 36.81% | 13.91% | 4.3% | 1.16% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Skellingthorpe?
The largest employment sector in Skellingthorpe is Elementary Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Managers, Directors & Senior Officials.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Elementary Occupations | 15.09% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 13.3% |
| Professional Occupations | 12.73% |
| Skilled Trades | 11.57% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 11.12% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 11.04% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 8.5% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 7.04% |
Skellingthorpe & Lincoln Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Skellingthorpe in the Lincoln local area district.
Skellingthorpe has a lower rate of immigrants than Lincoln, the East Midlands region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Birchwood (Lincoln) | 89.43% | 10.57% |
| Lincoln | 84.92% | 15.08% |
| East Midlands | 86.28% | 13.72% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Skellingthorpe compared to other wards in Lincoln
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park | 69.19% | 30.81% |
| 2 | Abbey | 73.41% | 26.59% |
| 3 | Boultham | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| 4 | Carholme | 87.38% | 12.62% |
| 5 | Glebe | 87.83% | 12.17% |
| 6 | Birchwood | 89.43% | 10.57% |
| 7 | Castle | 89.56% | 10.44% |
| 8 | Minster | 90.2% | 9.8% |
| 9 | Moorland | 90.44% | 9.56% |
| 10 | Witham | 92.34% | 7.66% |
| 11 | Hartsholme | 92.35% | 7.65% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Skellingthorpe and Lincoln?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Lincoln including Skellingthorpe. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Abbey | 10664 |
| Birchwood | 8450 |
| Boultham | 11932 |
| Carholme | 11190 |
| Castle | 7117 |
| Glebe | 8856 |
| Hartsholme | 7825 |
| Minster | 7165 |
| Moorland | 7914 |
| Park | 11260 |
| Witham | 7676 |
| Lincoln Total | 100049 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
