The data from last year’s Census, detailing life in the UK, has been released, and with it a document for the Lincoln area.
The city data, complied by the City of Lincoln Council, highlights the growth in Lincoln’s population, the rise of residents aged between 20-24 and over 60, and interesting results regarding immigration.
Here is a breakdown of the results. The full document can be read at the bottom of the page.
Population Growth
Lincoln’s population has grown by 8.8% since 2001 to 93,100 residents.
It is a densely populated city of 2,597 people per square kilometre.
Age
Residents in their 20s make up 1/5 of the population.
Since 2001 there has been an 11.7% reduction in the number of children aged 0-14.
This has been met with a large 49.3% increase in the number of residents aged 20-24.
Lincoln has an ageing population, with people aged 60+ projected to increase to 23% of the population by 2021.
Lincoln is estimated to have the highest number of short term migrants in the county.
There are an estimated 39,800 residential households in the city.
Religion
Despite declining, Christianity remains the most prominent religion or belief in Lincoln, accounting for 54,265 (58%) residents.
This decline has been met with an increase of people of No Religion, which increased by 110% to 30,456 residents.
Despite only accounting for 1% of Lincoln’s population, Islam was the fastest growing religion in Lincoln over the last decade, increasing by 148%.
Ethnicity
The slowest growing ethnic group in Lincoln was White British, which increased by 2%, and now make up 89% of the population.
In contrast, the number of White Other residents increased by 355%, and now make up 5% of the population.
Nationality
In 2001, 5% of residents (4,307) were born outside of the UK. In 2011, this had increased to 9.8% of residents (9,158).
Residents from EU Accession States (mostly eastern and central European), make up 4% of the population (3,607 residents).
Dependent Children and Health
Just over one quarter of households in Lincoln contain dependent children (26% / 10,203).
26% (10,370) of households also contain someone with a long-term health problem or disability.
Additionally, 16.7% (1,728) of households that contain someone with a long-term health problem or disability also contain dependent children.
Tenure
The majority of homes in Lincoln are privately owned, with 31% (12,215) being mortgaged and 24% (9,717) being owned outright.
Private landlords and lettings agencies account for the next most common tenure, followed by local authority lettings.
Lone parents
There are 2,959 lone parent households in Lincoln, with 59% of lone parents being in employment – the most common employment type being part-time.

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Residents, visitors, and traders have expressed their disappointment following the cancellation of the beloved Lincoln Christmas Market, on what would have been the inaugural day of this year’s four-day event.
Although the poor weather might have deterred some people, the city’s Bailgate area was notably quiet around 12pm on Thursday, typically the time the event usually opens its doors.
Although Lincoln’s famous Christmas Market is no more this year, and won’t be opening today, there are still alternative festive events happening in Lincoln.
City of Lincoln Council’s decision to cancel the 40-year-old event over safety concerns prompted backlash from people and business but, despite pleas from opposition members, its leaders would not change their stance.
There are, however, still some events in Lincoln to get you in the festive mood this week, including these highlights:
Christmas Market at County Assembly Rooms
The County Assembly Rooms in the Bailgate will still hold its own Christmas Market that it has done for many years.
Manager Gill Hunter said stallholders had already pre-booked and 70% still wanted to do it despite the cancellation of the city’s 40-year-old Christmas Market in uphill Lincoln.
There will be a range of festive stalls, food, drinks and performers when it opens at the following times:
Thursday, December 7 (4pm-9pm)
Friday, December 8 (10am-9pm)
Saturday, December 9 (10am-9pm)
Sunday, December 10 (10am-7pm)
This coincides with the free parking at selected city council car parks in uphill Lincoln on Thursday and Friday. This is available at these car parks: Westgate 1,2,3, St Pauls, Castle Hill, The Lawn, and Langworthgate
The bar at The County Assembly Rooms will be serving hot chocolate, festive sandwiches, alcoholic beverages and more. There will also be a brewery selling bottle ale and roasted hot chestnuts will also be available to buy.
Lincoln Castle Illuminated
Lincoln Castle Illuminated will run from Friday, December 8 until Saturday, December 23.
The Castle grounds will be bejewelled with festive lights and illuminated Christmas features. You can take a drip down Candy Cane Lane and also see the resident Castle dragons Lucy and Norman.
The Castle has retained its popular Illuminated Wall Walk, but the lift is currently out of action so it can only be accessed via the spiral staircase.
You can also board the ‘Mini Polar Express’ and enjoy traditional fairground rides.
In addition, there will be local vendors offering sweet treats and winter warmers, including hot chocolate and mulled wine.
Dog friendly evenings will take place on December 13 and 20.
The full Lincoln Castle Illuminated experience costs £11 for adults, £10 for concessions, £6 for children, and £28 for family tickets. Alternatively, you can choose to visit the grounds only for £3 per head (free for under 5s).
Festive fun at Lincoln Cathedral
Lincoln Cathedral will be hosting an array of festive events this month, including during what would have been the Christmas Market period.
Crafters market in the Cloisters – December 8 and 9 (10.30am-4.30pm)
Nativity Crafts – December 9 (10am-3.30pm)
London Concertante: Christmas at the Movies – December 9 (7.30pm). Ticket prices range from £33.99 to £47.72
‘After Hours’: Walking towards Christmas – December 10 (6.45pm)
Winter Market at Lincoln Museum
Lincoln Museum on Danes Terrace is holding a Winter Market on Saturday, December 9, which has been organised by Shelf Editions.
There will also be workshops to take part in including metal wreath (£45) and felt decoration (£15) making, which can be booked via the museum’s website.
For the younger visitors there is also a free drop-in Calendar wreath craft session with the Elbow Room Collective.
Entry to the market is free from 10am-4pm with the cafe serving a festive menu from 11am-3pm.
Lincoln Ice Trail
Lincoln Ice Trail will run from 10am-8pm on Saturday and Sunday, December 9 and 10.
There will be 20 Lincoln-themed ice sculptures to find – you can pick up a map of the trail from the Visitor Information Centre.
In addition, there will be festive entertainment, as well as live-ice carving demonstrations of the Cathedral.
The Travelling Historical Christmas Market
Although this event is next week, The Travelling Historical Christmas Market offers another festive alternative for people in Lincoln.
The free event will take place at St Mary le Wigford Church on St Mary’s Street between December 14 and 17 at the following times: