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Location in LincolnshireBarton Waterside sits where the marker shows within the county.

13,130
Population
5,210
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£44,959
Avg. household income
487
Businesses
361
People per km²
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About Barton Waterside

Barton Waterside is a residential area located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, within the DN18 postcode area. It lies close to the River Trent and is situated near the town of Barton-upon-Humber. The area is primarily made up of modern housing developments, offering a range of family homes and flats. It benefits from good access to the A158 and is within easy reach of the Humber Bridge, providing convenient links to both Lincoln and the wider region. The nearby riverfront provides opportunities for walking and leisure, and there are local amenities including schools, shops, and community facilities. The area has developed significantly in recent years, with new infrastructure supporting its growing population.

School Ratings in Barton Waterside

There are 57 schools in and around Barton Waterside. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barton Waterside

The average property price is £187K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £246K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barton Waterside

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Barton Waterside, with 7 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barton Waterside

Barton Waterside sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Barton Waterside

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Barton Waterside, the nearest being West Town Surgery (0.9 miles away).

Local Data for Barton Waterside

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Property Prices 2,125 sales

Average Price £187K
£750 , £2.62M
Detached £246K 835
Semi £157K 640
Terraced £125K 542
Flat £84K 35

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
5 Secondary
21 Other
Good 5
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DN18 postcode area.

Barton Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Castledyke Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Barton St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Baysgarth School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Bowmandale Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Options Barton Not applicable Good 1.6 miles Hessle High School and Penshurst Primary School All-through Good 1.8 miles All Saints Church of England Junior Academy Primary Good 2.1 miles All Saints Church of England Infant Academy Primary 2.1 miles Sure Start Children's Centre Hessle Good 2.1 miles St Anne's School and Sixth Form College Not applicable Good 2.4 miles Windmill Children's Centre 2.7 miles

Household Income in Barton Waterside ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barton Waterside is approximately £44,959 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,234. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barton Waterside £44,959
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,234.

Businesses in Barton Waterside ONS 2025

There are approximately 487 active businesses based in Barton Waterside, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

487 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Barton Waterside IMD 2025

Barton Waterside sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
2,187 Children (0-15) 17%
7,940 Working Age 60%
3,002 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barton Waterside 59 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Barton Waterside sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 33
Public Order 7
Anti-Social Behaviour 6
Criminal Damage & Arson 4
Other Theft 3
Burglary 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Drugs 1
Shoplifting 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Local Policing
Humberside Barton Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Barton-On-Humber Train Station 1.1 miles
Hessle Train Station 1.4 miles
Barrow Haven Train Station 2.3 miles
Ferriby Train Station 2.8 miles
New Holland Train Station 3.2 miles
Goxhill Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Barton-Upon-Humber 0.9 miles South Field 1.2 miles Hessle 2 miles Northfield 2 miles Barrow Haven 2.6 miles North Ferriby 2.8 miles South Ferriby 3.1 miles Horkstow Wolds 3.1 miles Swanland 3.1 miles Anlaby 3.2 miles Gipsyville 3.5 miles Melton 3.6 miles

Local Government

District North Lincolnshire
Ward Barton
Constituency Cleethorpes
Parish Barton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Barton Waterside

Of the 5,932 households in and around Barton Waterside, 70% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 13% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barton Waterside.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barton Waterside

What is the population of Barton Waterside?
Barton Waterside has a population of approximately 13,130 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barton Waterside?
The average property in and around Barton Waterside sold for about £186,865, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 46% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barton Waterside a deprived area?
Barton Waterside sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barton Waterside?
Barton Waterside is covered by the DN18 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barton Waterside?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barton Waterside, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barton Waterside?
The nearest railway station to Barton Waterside is Barton-On-Humber Train Station, about 1.1 miles away.

Streets in DN18 30 shown View all streets

Andrews Road 1 Appleleaf Lane 1 Appleyard Drive 2 Ardent Road 2 Ascension Way 1 B1206 3 Bardney Court 1 Barraclough's Lane 2 Barrow Road 8 Bayleaf Lane 1 Baysgarth View 1 Beacon Avenue 1 Beaulah Villas 1 Beaulahland 1 Beck Hill 2 Beretun Green 1 Birch Gardens 1 Birchdale 1 Bittern Close 1 Blyth Court 2 Bowmandale 4 Bradwell Close 1 Brambleleaf Close 1 Bramley Close 1 Brigg Road 7 Burgate 3 Burnham Road 2 Butts Road 4 Caistor Road 4 Canberra View 1

Postcodes in DN18 50 shown View all postcodes

DN18 5AA DN18 5AB DN18 5AD DN18 5AE DN18 5AF DN18 5AG DN18 5AH DN18 5AJ DN18 5AL DN18 5AN DN18 5AP DN18 5AQ DN18 5AR DN18 5AS DN18 5AT DN18 5AU DN18 5AW DN18 5AX DN18 5AY DN18 5AZ DN18 5BA DN18 5BB DN18 5BD DN18 5BE DN18 5BF DN18 5BG DN18 5BH DN18 5BL DN18 5BN DN18 5BP DN18 5BQ DN18 5BS DN18 5BT DN18 5BU DN18 5BX DN18 5BY DN18 5BZ DN18 5DA DN18 5DD DN18 5DE DN18 5DF DN18 5DG DN18 5DH DN18 5DJ DN18 5DL DN18 5DN DN18 5DP DN18 5DQ DN18 5DR DN18 5DS