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Location in LincolnshireBitchfield sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bitchfield
Bitchfield is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the NG33 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the county. The village is surrounded by open farmland and is close to the border with Nottinghamshire. Bitchfield is part of the civil parish of Bitchfield and Wilsford, and the area is characterised by its quiet, countryside setting. The local landscape includes fields, hedgerows, and a few scattered houses, reflecting the agricultural nature of the region. The village is not far from the town of Gainsborough, which provides access to local amenities. Its position in Lincolnshire places it within a historically significant area known for its farming traditions and rural communities.
School Ratings in Bitchfield
Bitchfield is served by 5 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bitchfield
Property prices average £332K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £404K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bitchfield
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Deprivation and Employment in Bitchfield
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bitchfield 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.
Healthcare in Bitchfield
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Bitchfield, the nearest being Market Cross Surgery (2.6 miles away).
Local Data for Bitchfield
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Property Prices 1,379 sales
Schools & Education 5 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG33 postcode area.
Household Income in Bitchfield ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bitchfield is approximately £52,153 a year before tax, 6% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,318. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,318.
Businesses in Bitchfield ONS 2025
There are approximately 586 active businesses based in Bitchfield, around 61 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Bitchfield IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bitchfield 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.
Crime in Bitchfield 1 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Bitchfield 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bitchfield
Of the 4,218 households in and around Bitchfield, 70% are owned, 12% 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 Bitchfield.