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Location in LincolnshireBonthorpe sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bonthorpe
Bonthorpe is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the LN13 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The village is surrounded by open countryside, with farmland stretching across the landscape. Bonthorpe is close to the village of Wragby and is accessible via minor roads branching off the A158. The area is known for its agricultural activity, with fields of cereals and pastureland forming the dominant scenery. There are a few residential properties and a small number of farmhouses, reflecting the village’s quiet, rural character. The nearest larger settlements are in the vicinity of Louth and Horncastle, both offering local amenities. Bonthorpe remains a peaceful place, typical of the Lincolnshire countryside, with a sense of community and connection to the land.
School Ratings in Bonthorpe
There are 10 schools in and around Bonthorpe. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bonthorpe
The average property price is £227K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £270K.
Deprivation and Employment in Bonthorpe
Bonthorpe falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Bonthorpe
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Bonthorpe, the nearest being Alford Pharmacy (2.9 miles away).
Local Data for Bonthorpe
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Property Prices 1,165 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN13 postcode area.
Household Income in Bonthorpe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bonthorpe 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 Bonthorpe ONS 2025
There are approximately 362 active businesses based in Bonthorpe, 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 Bonthorpe IMD 2025
Bonthorpe falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bonthorpe
Of the 3,988 households in and around Bonthorpe, 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 Bonthorpe.