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About Bishop Norton
Bishop Norton is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies within the LN8 postcode area and is situated near the A158 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Boston and Spalding. The village has a long history, with records indicating its existence in the Domesday Book of 1086. It is primarily a rural settlement, with agricultural land surrounding the village and a mix of traditional and modern housing. The local community is close-knit, with a church and a village hall serving as focal points for social activities. The area is known for its flat landscape and open skies, typical of the Lincolnshire Fens. While it remains a quiet place, it offers easy access to larger towns and the wider region.
School Ratings in Bishop Norton
Bishop Norton is served by 7 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bishop Norton
Property prices average £267K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £309K.
Deprivation and Employment in Bishop Norton
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bishop Norton 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.
Local Data for Bishop Norton
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Property Prices 2,967 sales
Schools & Education 7 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN8 postcode area.
Household Income in Bishop Norton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bishop Norton is approximately £48,577 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,088. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,088.
Businesses in Bishop Norton ONS 2025
There are approximately 854 active businesses based in Bishop Norton, around 51 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bishop Norton IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bishop Norton 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.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bishop Norton
Of the 7,729 households in and around Bishop Norton, 72% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 19% 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 Bishop Norton.