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

43,014
Population
17,659
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£51,620
Avg. household income
1,506
Businesses
101
People per km²
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About Boughton

Boughton is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the NG34 postcode area, situated near the border with Nottinghamshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by rural farmland typical of the Lincolnshire countryside. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the community. The area is quiet and peaceful, with open fields and hedgerows providing a calm environment. Boughton is well-connected by road, with the A158 passing nearby, making it accessible to nearby towns and cities. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to medieval times.

School Ratings in Boughton

Families in Boughton have access to 17 local schools. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boughton

Homes sell for an average of £239K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £297K.

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boughton around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Boughton

There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Boughton, the nearest being Millview Medical Centre (1.2 miles away).

Local Data for Boughton

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Property Prices 6,906 sales

Average Price £239K
£2K , £13.2M
Detached £297K 3,210
Semi £183K 2,084
Terraced £149K 1,130
Flat £94K 195

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
3 Secondary
4 Other
Good 18

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG34 postcode area.

Heckington St Andrew's Church of England School Primary Good 1.3 miles The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Helpringham Primary Academy Primary 3.1 miles William Alvey School Primary Good 3.3 miles Sleaford, Billinghay and Caythorpe Children's Centre Good 3.4 miles Church Lane Primary School & Nursery Primary 3.5 miles Willow School Not applicable Good 3.6 miles Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy Secondary 3.6 miles Carre's Grammar School Secondary Good 3.6 miles Sleaford Joint Sixth Form Not applicable 3.7 miles St George's Academy Secondary Good 3.7 miles Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 3.9 miles

Household Income in Boughton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Boughton is approximately £51,620 a year before tax, 7% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,738. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Boughton £51,620
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,738.

Businesses in Boughton ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,506 active businesses based in Boughton, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,506 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Boughton are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
7,152 Children (0-15) 17%
25,774 Working Age 60%
10,083 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 6 stations

Heckington Train Station 1.9 miles
Sleaford Train Station 3.6 miles
Ruskington Train Station 3.9 miles
Rauceby Train Station 4.6 miles
Swineshead Train Station 6 miles
Ancaster Train Station 8.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Asgarby 0.6 miles Howell 0.9 miles Ewerby 1.2 miles Heckington 1.4 miles Ewerby Thorpe 1.4 miles Kirkby la Thorpe 1.9 miles Burton Pedwardine 2 miles Evedon 2.2 miles Great Hale 2.2 miles Little Hale 2.8 miles Northbeck 3.1 miles Helpringham 3.2 miles

Local Government

District North Kesteven
County Lincolnshire
Ward Osbournby
Constituency Sleaford and North Hykeham
Parish Scredington
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Boughton

Of the 18,920 households in and around Boughton, 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%.

Owned 70% Social rented 12% Private rented 18%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Boughton

What is the population of Boughton?
Boughton has a population of approximately 43,014 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Boughton?
The average property in and around Boughton sold for about £239,204, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Boughton a deprived area?
Boughton sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Boughton?
Boughton is covered by the NG34 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Boughton?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Boughton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Boughton?
The nearest railway station to Boughton is Heckington Train Station, about 1.9 miles away.

Streets in NG34 30 shown View all streets

A15 8 A17 4 A52 4 Abbey Road 1 Acacia Close 1 Acre Lane 1 Aidan Road 1 Airship Road 1 Albion Terrace 1 Alder Road 2 Alexandra Road 1 Alexandra Square 1 Alfred Close 1 All Saints Close 1 All Saints Grove 1 Allen Close 3 Almond Walk 1 Ambleside Close 1 Amethyst Close 1 Ancaster Drive 2 Anglia Close 2 Anwick Drive 2 Anwick Road 2 Ark Royal Court 1 Arnhem Avenue 1 Arran Close 1 Asgarby Road 2 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashfield Road 1 Ashtree Close 1

Postcodes in NG34 50 shown View all postcodes

NG34 0AA NG34 0AB NG34 0AD NG34 0AE NG34 0AF NG34 0AG NG34 0AH NG34 0AJ NG34 0AL NG34 0AN NG34 0AP NG34 0AQ NG34 0AR NG34 0AS NG34 0AT NG34 0AU NG34 0AW NG34 0AX NG34 0AY NG34 0AZ NG34 0BA NG34 0BB NG34 0BD NG34 0BE NG34 0BF NG34 0BG NG34 0BH NG34 0BJ NG34 0BL NG34 0BN NG34 0BP NG34 0BQ NG34 0BS NG34 0BT NG34 0BU NG34 0BW NG34 0BX NG34 0BY NG34 0BZ NG34 0DA NG34 0DB NG34 0DD NG34 0DE NG34 0DF NG34 0DG NG34 0DH NG34 0DJ NG34 0DL NG34 0DN NG34 0DP