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

20,684
Population
9,205
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£47,463
Avg. household income
722
Businesses
178
People per km²
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About Bradley

Bradley is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the DN37 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the county. The village is surrounded by open farmland, typical of the Lincolnshire countryside, and offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quiet place to live. The local community is close-knit, with residents often involved in agricultural activities or nearby towns for work and services. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the needs of the residents. The area is well-connected by road, with the A158 running nearby, providing access to nearby towns such as Louth and Boston. Bradley retains a traditional character, with a mix of older and more modern homes, and is known for its proximity to the Lincolnshire Wolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

School Ratings in Bradley

There are 85 schools in and around Bradley. Queensway Outreach is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bradley

The average property price is £216K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £297K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bradley

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Bradley, with 19 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bradley

Bradley sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bradley

There are 27 GP surgeries within three miles of Bradley, the nearest being Raj Medical Centre (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Bradley

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Property Prices 2,840 sales

Average Price £216K
£500 , £5.21M
Detached £297K 1,119
Semi £168K 1,101
Terraced £114K 484
Flat £86K 40

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

47 Primary
9 Secondary
29 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DN37 postcode area.

Woodlands Academy Primary 0.4 miles Scartho Gateway Academy Primary 0.6 miles Laceby Acres Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Nunsthorpe and Bradley Park Children's Centre Outstanding 1 miles Springfield Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles Oasis Academy Nunsthorpe Primary Good 1 miles Broadway Outreach Outstanding 1 miles Western Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1 miles Sevenhills Academy Not applicable 1.1 miles Franklin Sixth Form College 16 plus 1.1 miles Grange Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Cambridge Park Academy Not applicable Good 1.2 miles

Household Income in Bradley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bradley is approximately £47,463 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,403. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bradley £47,463
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,403.

Businesses in Bradley ONS 2025

There are approximately 722 active businesses based in Bradley, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 85% 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.

722 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 85%
Small, 10-49 13%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bradley IMD 2025

Bradley sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 26%
3,287 Children (0-15) 16%
11,950 Working Age 58%
5,455 Older (65+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.2% 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 Bradley 160 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bradley sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 68
Criminal Damage & Arson 19
Vehicle Crime 14
Shoplifting 13
Burglary 10
Anti-Social Behaviour 9
Public Order 9
Other Theft 6
Other Crime 5
Drugs 4
Robbery 3
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Grimsby Town Train Station 2.2 miles
Great Coates Train Station 2.5 miles
Stallingborough Train Station 4 miles
Cleethorpes Train Station 4.1 miles
Habrough Train Station 7.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bradley 0.6 miles Nunsthorpe 0.9 miles Laceby Acres 0.9 miles Scartho 1.2 miles Little Coates 1.2 miles Grange 1.4 miles Wybers Wood 1.4 miles Littlefield 1.8 miles Wellow 1.8 miles Laceby 1.9 miles The Willows 1.9 miles Yarborough 2 miles

Local Government

District North East Lincolnshire
County Lincolnshire
Ward Wolds
Constituency Cleethorpes
Parish Bradley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Bradley

Of the 9,149 households in and around Bradley, 76% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 11% Private rented 12%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bradley

What is the population of Bradley?
Bradley has a population of approximately 20,684 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bradley?
The average property in and around Bradley sold for about £216,475, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 38% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bradley a deprived area?
Bradley 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 Bradley?
Bradley is covered by the DN37 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bradley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bradley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bradley?
The nearest railway station to Bradley is Grimsby Town Train Station, about 2.2 miles away.

Streets in DN37 30 shown View all streets

A18 2 A46 4 Albatross Drive 3 Albertine Court 1 Alderley Edge 1 Alfred Bannister Mews 1 All Saints Close 1 Allington Drive 1 Altoft Close 1 Anderby Drive 5 Andrews Lane 3 Anita Grove 2 Appletree Lane 1 Archer Road 3 Arnold Close 1 Ascot Road 1 Ashbourne 1 Ashby Close 1 Ashby Lane 1 Aspen Lane 1 Athenian Way 1 Atkinson Lane 1 Austin Garth 1 Aylesby Road 3 B1210 1 Barkworth Court 1 Barmouth Drive 1 Barnoldby Road 11 Barton Street 14 Beck Farm Mews 1

Postcodes in DN37 50 shown View all postcodes

DN37 0AA DN37 0AB DN37 0AE DN37 0AF DN37 0AG DN37 0AH DN37 0AJ DN37 0AL DN37 0AN DN37 0AP DN37 0AQ DN37 0AR DN37 0AS DN37 0AT DN37 0AU DN37 0AW DN37 0AX DN37 0AY DN37 0AZ DN37 0BA DN37 0BB DN37 0BD DN37 0BE DN37 0BF DN37 0BG DN37 0BH DN37 0BJ DN37 0BL DN37 0BN DN37 0BQ DN37 0BS DN37 0BU DN37 0BW DN37 0BX DN37 0BY DN37 0BZ DN37 0DA DN37 0DB DN37 0DD DN37 0DE DN37 0DF DN37 0DG DN37 0DH DN37 0DJ DN37 0DL DN37 0DN DN37 0DP DN37 0DQ DN37 0DR DN37 0DS