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Location in LincolnshireBiscathorpe sits where the marker shows within the county.

29,999
Population
12,598
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
2
Schools nearby
£44,191
Avg. household income
1,330
Businesses
85
People per km²
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About Biscathorpe

Biscathorpe is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies within the LN11 postcode area, situated to the north of the town of Louth. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet, tree-lined roads. The surrounding countryside features open fields and farmland, typical of the Lincolnshire landscape. Biscathorpe is close to the A158 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and villages. There are no major attractions within the village itself, but it offers a peaceful rural setting for those seeking a quiet place to live. The local community is small and close-knit, with a sense of traditional village life still evident. The area is well served by local amenities and is within easy reach of larger centres such as Lincoln and Boston.

House Prices in Biscathorpe

The average property price is £246K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £307K.

Deprivation and Employment in Biscathorpe

Biscathorpe 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.

Property Prices 5,103 sales

Average Price £246K
£300 , £8.4M
Detached £307K 2,210
Semi £181K 1,311
Terraced £151K 1,021
Flat £104K 135

Schools & Education 2 nearby View all schools

2 Primary
Good 12
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN11 postcode area.

Household Income in Biscathorpe ONS 2023

The average total household income in Biscathorpe is approximately £44,191 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,243. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Biscathorpe £44,191
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,243.

Businesses in Biscathorpe ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,330 active businesses based in Biscathorpe, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,330 Total businesses
44 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Biscathorpe IMD 2025

Biscathorpe 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
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 28%
4,834 Children (0-15) 16%
16,868 Working Age 56%
8,288 Older (65+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.9% 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

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Market Rasen Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District East Lindsey
County Lincolnshire
Ward North Holme
Constituency Louth and Horncastle
Parish Louth
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Biscathorpe

Of the 13,678 households in and around Biscathorpe, 68% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 13% Private rented 19%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Biscathorpe

What is the population of Biscathorpe?
Biscathorpe has a population of approximately 29,999 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Biscathorpe?
The average property in and around Biscathorpe sold for about £245,903, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 30% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Biscathorpe a deprived area?
Biscathorpe sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Biscathorpe?
Biscathorpe is covered by the LN11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Biscathorpe?
There are 2 schools within easy reach of Biscathorpe, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Biscathorpe?
The nearest railway station to Biscathorpe is Market Rasen Train Station, about 7.8 miles away.