The JSNA for Lincolnshire is currently being reviewed and updated.

The information below summarises some of the key data and issues relating to children and young people in Lincolnshire. More detailed information about specific topics can be found using the buttons to the right.

Key points

1. Mental and behavioural health challenges: Children and young people in Lincolnshire face greater mental health and behavioural issues than physical health, making emotional wellbeing a strategic priority. 
2. Mortality varies by age group: Infant and young child deaths are mainly due to birth-related, genetic, and infectious causes, while teenage mortality is dominated by injuries, self-harm, and cancer. 
3. COVID-19’s lasting impact: Pandemic-related disruption continues to affect social, educational, and economic factors for children and families. 
4. Perinatal and parenting environments matter: Smoking cessation during pregnancy and early breastfeeding reduce complications and long-term health risks such as asthma, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. Support through home visiting and early years services is essential to prevent downstream health and social issues. 
5. Early brain development is critical: The first 1,001 days shape lifelong outcomes; integrated systems support healthy early upbringing.   
6. Early years education drives social mobility: High-quality early years settings improve long-term educational and behavioural success, supported by accessible funding to allow workforce participation amongst parents and care givers. 
7. Inequalities highlight vulnerabilities: Children exposed to adverse experiences or living in deprived areas face higher risks of poor mental health, low achievement, and risky behaviours. 
8. Vulnerable cohorts need tailored support: Young carers, children in care, and those with SEND require community-based interventions to address the risk of poor development, emotional distress and educational challenges. 
9. Community-based early intervention is key: Family Hubs, funded through Start for Life, embed services locally and upskill the workforce for sustainability beyond 2025. 
10. Digital innovation must be inclusive: Plans for interactive tools and online resources should ensure digitally underserved families are not excluded.