Moving to Skegness (PE24)

Lincolnshire · East Lindsey

Planning a move to PE24? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Skegness area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Skegness. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Skegness

Based on 251 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in PE24 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£200,000
Average Price (all types)£270,234

By Property Type

Detached£225,000 (143 sales)
Semi-Detached£172,000 (49 sales)
Terraced£152,500 (20 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£71,250 (4 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Skegness

Skegness recorded 63% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

PE24 Total Crimes (13 months)984
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average63% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences423 (54% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour221 (48% below avg)
Public Order37 (80% below avg)
Vehicle Crime42 (68% below avg)
Shoplifting45 (79% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson47 (75% below avg)
Burglary43 (55% below avg)
Other Theft81 (53% below avg)
Drugs12 (87% below avg)
Robbery3 (92% below avg)
Theft from Person1 (98% below avg)
Bicycle Theft1 (96% below avg)
Possession of Weapons6 (77% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Skegness

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Skegness, council tax is managed by East Lindsey. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1517.25
B£40,001 – £52,000£1770.13
C£52,001 – £68,000£2023.00
D£68,001 – £88,000£2275.88
E£88,001 – £120,000£2781.63
F£120,001 – £160,000£3287.38
G£160,001 – £320,000£3793.13
H£320,001+£4551.76

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Skegness

17.4 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the PE24 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)6

Green Spaces in Skegness

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in PE24 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

56% of residential postcodes in PE24 have green space within walking distance, which is around average for UK postcode districts.

Schools in Skegness

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the PE24 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Skegness

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for PE24 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

12.8 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the PE24 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)77.3%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)48.7%
Gigabit capable45.2%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)2.1%

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Energy Performance in Skegness

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for PE24 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score59
Total rated properties3505

Homes in PE24 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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