Lincolnshire Police
East Midlands · Territorial force · 1,250 officers
Key Statistics
Officers
1,250
Staff
650
Area (sq miles)
2,284
Population served
770,000
About Lincolnshire Police
A large rural county force covering Lincoln and the Lincolnshire coast. One of the most affordable areas to live as a police officer, though specialist opportunities are more limited.
Lincolnshire Police serves the East Midlands region of England, covering a varied landscape that includes urban centres like Lincoln and vast rural expanses. The force is strategically positioned, bordering several neighboring forces and serving as a gateway to key transport routes and the east coast. Notably, it encompasses coastal areas, major road corridors, and agricultural land, presenting a unique blend of community policing and rural crime challenges.
Lincolnshire Police features several specialist units, including the Dog Unit, who assist in various operational tasks, a Cyber Crime Unit focusing on digital security issues, and an Armed Response Unit ready to handle high-risk incidents. Additionally, the force maintains a focus on road safety with a dedicated Roads Policing Team, addressing issues relevant to both urban and rural traffic environments.
Recent initiatives by Lincolnshire Police reflect their commitment to improving community safety and engagement. The force prioritizes tackling violent crime and domestic abuse, alongside enhancing public confidence in policing. They are also actively involved in preventative measures, focusing on youth engagement programs and mental health support services. The blend of diverse geographic challenges, specialized units, and commitment to community safety makes Lincolnshire Police an appealing option for prospective officers.
Current priorities
- Tackling violent crime
- Addressing domestic abuse
- Enhancing public confidence in policing
- Improving road safety
- Engaging with youth programs
- Supporting mental health initiatives
Notable specialisms
Source: About Lincolnshire Police. Summary fetched 2026-07-05.
Public-data snapshot
Workforce
Officers
1,250
Staff
650
Total headcount
1,900
Source: Home Office Police Workforce Statistics as of 31 March 2025 · OGL v3
HMICFRS PEEL rating
inadequate
Inspection cycle: 2023-2025
Source: HMICFRS PEEL assessments · Open Government Licence v3.0
In recent oversight reports
Lincolnshire Police is named in 1 recent IOPC investigation outcome or HMICFRS thematic report.
Terms of reference: Home Secretary’s commission for a thematic inspection of the handling of misconduct in fire and rescue services
2023-07-19 · HMICFRS
From data.police.uk
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Engagement & social channels
Stop and search
Latest available month: 2026-08. 0 recorded stop-and-search records that month. Officer-defined ethnicity was recorded on 0% of records.
No stop-and-search records were published for Lincolnshire Police for 2026-08.
Source: data.police.uk · Open Government Licence v3.0
Recorded crime by category
6,872 crimes recorded by Lincolnshire Police in 2026-08 (latest published month), by category. Counted from the published street-level archive; England, Wales & Northern Ireland only.
| Crime type (2026-08) | Recorded |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 2,436 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1,539 |
| Shoplifting | 622 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 577 |
| Public order | 498 |
| Other theft | 366 |
| Vehicle crime | 207 |
| Burglary | 206 |
| Other crime | 118 |
| Drugs | 91 |
| Bicycle theft | 77 |
| Robbery | 73 |
| Possession of weapons | 47 |
| Theft from the person | 15 |
| Total | 6,872 |
Source: data.police.uk street-level archive · Open Government Licence v3.0
Deaths during or following police contact
IOPC-recorded fatalities involving Lincolnshire Police over 2004/05 to 2024/25 (2024/25 in brackets). These use the IOPC’s five categories, which have different definitions and are not additive. Figures count incidents the IOPC attributed to Lincolnshire Police; see the national page for how multi-force incidents are handled.
Recruitment
How to join Lincolnshire Police
Application stages, entry routes, fitness and vetting requirements.