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About Catthorpe
Catthorpe is a small village located in Leicestershire, within the East Midlands region of England. It lies just south of the A1430, near the border with Cambridgeshire, and is part of the civil parish of Catthorpe and Foston. The village is situated close to the River Nene and is surrounded by rural farmland, typical of the area’s agricultural landscape. The population remains modest, with a mix of residential properties and local amenities. Catthorpe is within the LE17 postcode area, which serves the surrounding villages and rural communities. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to the medieval period. It is a quiet, rural community with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Catthorpe
Catthorpe is served by 46 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Catthorpe
Property prices average £654K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £445K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Catthorpe
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Catthorpe, with 11 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Catthorpe
Catthorpe falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Healthcare in Catthorpe
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Catthorpe, the nearest being Brownsover Medical Centre (2.5 miles away).
Local Data for Catthorpe
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Property Prices 3,556 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LE17 postcode area.
Household Income in Catthorpe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Catthorpe is approximately £61,657 a year before tax, 11% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,566. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £45,566.
Businesses in Catthorpe ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,670 active businesses based in Catthorpe, around 65 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 33 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Catthorpe IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Catthorpe among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Catthorpe 59 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Catthorpe falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 2 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Catthorpe
Of the 10,496 households in and around Catthorpe, 77% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Catthorpe.