About Boothby Graffoe

Boothby Graffoe is a village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the LN5 postcode area and is situated near the border with Nottinghamshire. The village is part of the civil parish of Boothby Graffoe and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. It is positioned close to the A15 road, which provides access to nearby towns and cities. The area is largely agricultural, with open fields and farmland surrounding the settlement. The village has a small community and includes a church, which is a local landmark. Its location offers convenient access to both Lincoln and Grantham, making it a practical choice for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle while remaining connected to larger centres.

School Ratings in Boothby Graffoe

Boothby Graffoe is served by 15 schools. Lincoln Central and Bracebridge Children's Centre and The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boothby Graffoe

Property prices average £230K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £141K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boothby Graffoe

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Boothby Graffoe, with 45 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boothby Graffoe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boothby Graffoe 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 Boothby Graffoe

Most properties in Boothby Graffoe can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,975 sales

Average Price £230K
£500 — £9.2M
Detached £329K 1,824
Semi £197K 1,195
Terraced £141K 2,300
Flat £125K 382

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Coleby Church of England Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Navenby Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Waddington All Saints Academy Primary 2.9 miles The Welbourn Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn Secondary 3.8 miles Waddington, Washingborough and Witham St Hugh's Children's Centre Good 4.2 miles Waddington Redwood Primary Academy Primary 4.2 miles The South Hykeham Community Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Digby the Tedder Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Bassingham Primary School Primary 4.6 miles Acorn Free School Good 4.7 miles The North Hykeham All Saints Church of England Primary School Primary 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Boothby Graffoe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boothby Graffoe 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,935 Children (0-15) 15%
38,795 Working Age 67%
13,974 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.9% 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

Crime in Boothby Graffoe 206 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Boothby Graffoe experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

78 Violence & Sexual Offences
45 Anti-Social Behaviour
26 Shoplifting
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Vehicle Crime
6 Public Order
5 Burglary
5 Other Crime
3 Bicycle Theft
3 Drugs
3 Other Theft
3 Weapons
3 Robbery
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Cliff Villages
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 6 stations

Hykeham Train Station 5.7 miles
Metheringham Train Station 5.9 miles
Lincoln Train Station 7.1 miles
Swinderby Train Station 7.5 miles
Ruskington Train Station 8.5 miles
Ancaster Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Coleby 0.9 miles Navenby 1.2 miles Wellingore 1.9 miles Harmston 2 miles Waddington 3.1 miles Welbourn 3.3 miles Aubourn 4.2 miles Bassingham 4.3 miles South Hykeham 4.4 miles Leadenham 4.7 miles Bracebridge Heath 5 miles Blankney 5 miles

Local Government

District North Kesteven
County Lincolnshire
Ward Cliff Villages
Constituency Sleaford and North Hykeham
Parish Boothby Graffoe
Region East Midlands

Streets in LN5 30 shown View all streets

A15 2 A57 2 A607 1 Abbot Street 2 Acacia Avenue 1 Acorn Close 1 Addision Close 1 Adelaide Close 1 Alfred Street 3 Allen Road 2 Almond Crescent 1 Altham Terrace 2 Anchor Street 3 Antrim Road 1 Archer Street 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashby Close 1 Aston Close 1 Back Lane 1 Badgers Oak 2 Baileys Lane 1 Bakers Lane 1 Bangor Close 2 Bar Lane 2 Bargate 7 Barnes Lane 1 Bassingham Road 3 Beck Street 1 Beech Court 1 Beech Street 2

Postcodes in LN5 50 shown View all postcodes

LN5 0AA LN5 0AB LN5 0AD LN5 0AE LN5 0AF LN5 0AG LN5 0AH LN5 0AJ LN5 0AL LN5 0AN LN5 0AP LN5 0AQ LN5 0AR LN5 0AS LN5 0AT LN5 0AU LN5 0AX LN5 0AY LN5 0BB LN5 0BD LN5 0BE LN5 0BF LN5 0BG LN5 0BH LN5 0BJ LN5 0BL LN5 0BN LN5 0BP LN5 0BQ LN5 0BS LN5 0BT LN5 0BU LN5 0BW LN5 0BX LN5 0BY LN5 0DA LN5 0DB LN5 0DE LN5 0DF LN5 0DG LN5 0DH LN5 0DL LN5 0DP LN5 0DR LN5 0DS LN5 0DT LN5 0DU LN5 0DW LN5 0DX LN5 0DY