About Benington

Benington is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the PE22 postcode area and is situated near the border with Cambridgeshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by open countryside typical of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The local community is close-knit, with a village hall and a small church serving as focal points. There are no major commercial centres within the village itself, but nearby towns provide access to shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The area is known for its agricultural landscape, with fields of cereals and pastureland dominating the surrounding views. Benington offers a peaceful rural lifestyle, with easy access to the wider region via local roads and the A15.

School Ratings in Benington

Benington is served by 24 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Benington

Property prices average £245K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £263K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Benington

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Benington, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Benington

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Benington falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Benington

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Benington, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,153 sales

Average Price £245K
£3K — £2.39M
Detached £263K 1,509
Semi £169K 313
Terraced £153K 145
Flat £56K 5

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
4 Secondary
7 Other
The Butterwick Pinchbeck's Endowed CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Aspiration House School Inadequate 1.8 miles The Giles Academy Secondary Good 2.4 miles Old Leake 2.5 miles Old Leake Primary Academy Primary 2.5 miles Hawthorn Tree School Primary Good 3.2 miles Fishtoft Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Boston High School Secondary Good 3.7 miles The Sibsey Free Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Tower Road Academy Primary Good 3.8 miles Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston Primary 3.8 miles St Nicholas CE Primary Academy Primary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Benington IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Benington in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
3/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,276 Children (0-15) 15%
16,816 Working Age 59%
10,171 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.5% 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 Benington 6 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Benington 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 small town.

4 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Boston Rural East
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 2 stations

Boston Train Station 4.7 miles
Hubberts Bridge Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

West End 0.6 miles Benington Sea End 0.6 miles Leverton 0.6 miles Butterwick 0.9 miles Leverton Highgate 0.9 miles Leverton Lucasgate 1.4 miles Brand End 1.4 miles Freiston 1.8 miles Haltoft End 2 miles Leverton Outgate 2.2 miles Freiston Shore 2.5 miles Boston Long Hedges 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Boston
County Lincolnshire
Ward Coastal
Constituency Boston and Skegness
Parish Leverton
Region East Midlands

Streets in PE22 30 shown View all streets

A153 2 A52 6 Acorn Close 1 Amos Way 2 Armstrong's Lane 1 Armtree Road 2 B1183 1 B1184 1 B1192 1 Back Lane 3 Bar Green Lane 1 Barlode Drain 1 Barneyfield Lane 1 Bars Lane 1 Bede Crescent 1 Beeches Lane 1 Beggar's Lane 1 Bellwater Bank 3 Benington Road 1 Bert Allen Drive 1 Besant Close 1 Birkwood Lane 1 Black Drove 3 Boston Long Hedges 3 Boston Road 9 Bowman Avenue 1 Brand End Road 3 Brick Lane 1 Broadgate 4 Broughton's Lane 1

Postcodes in PE22 50 shown View all postcodes

PE22 0AA PE22 0AB PE22 0AD PE22 0AE PE22 0AG PE22 0AN PE22 0AQ PE22 0AR PE22 0AS PE22 0AT PE22 0AU PE22 0AW PE22 0AX PE22 0AY PE22 0AZ PE22 0BA PE22 0BB PE22 0BD PE22 0BE PE22 0BG PE22 0BH PE22 0BJ PE22 0BL PE22 0BP PE22 0BQ PE22 0BS PE22 0BT PE22 0BU PE22 0BX PE22 0BZ PE22 0DA PE22 0DB PE22 0DD PE22 0DE PE22 0DF PE22 0DG PE22 0DH PE22 0DJ PE22 0DL PE22 0DN PE22 0DP PE22 0DQ PE22 0DR PE22 0DS PE22 0DT PE22 0DW PE22 0DX PE22 0DZ PE22 0EB PE22 0ED