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About Belleau
Belleau is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the LN13 postcode area, situated near the border with the Isle of Axholme. The village is part of the civil parish of South Kesteven and is surrounded by rural farmland, typical of the Lincolnshire countryside. The area is known for its flat landscape and agricultural activity, with fields of wheat, barley, and oilseed rape commonly seen throughout the region. Belleau has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. The village is close to the town of Gainsborough and benefits from good road connections via the A15 and A158, making it accessible for local travel. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, supporting the needs of residents. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and cycling along quiet country lanes.
School Ratings in Belleau
Families in Belleau have access to 6 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Belleau
Homes sell for an average of £227K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £270K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Belleau
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Belleau, with 12 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Belleau
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Belleau within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Local Data for Belleau
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Property Prices 1,165 sales
Schools & Education 6 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN13 postcode area.
Household Income in Belleau ONS 2023
The average total household income in Belleau is approximately £37,364 a year before tax, 32% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £29,847. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £29,847.
Businesses in Belleau ONS 2025
There are approximately 362 active businesses based in Belleau, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Belleau IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Belleau experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.
Crime in Belleau 40 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Belleau is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
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Local Government
Home Ownership in Belleau
Of the 3,988 households in and around Belleau, 71% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 18% 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 Belleau.