The population of the City of Lincoln ward at the 2021 census was 11,258 this included the areas of New Boultham and Swanpool.

[4] Boultham Mere, created in 1989, is a nature reserve situated near a railway line.

The northern boundary is defined by Brayford Pool and the Fossdyke as far as Carholme Golf Course.

The grade II* listed St Helen's Church is used for occasional service and the newer building of Holy Cross church is used for routine worship, within the Anglican Boultham Parish.

[5] The area is home to Lincoln Central Mosque and Cultural Centre and multiple retail parks.