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Brigsley built-up area

Built-up area0.2 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in LincolnshireBrigsley 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 Brigsley

Brigsley is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the DN37 postcode area and is situated near the border with Nottinghamshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by open countryside typical of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The area is known for its agricultural landscape, with fields of arable crops and pastureland stretching across the rolling hills. Brigsley is close to the village of Winterton and is within easy reach of the market town of Gainsborough. The local community is active, with regular events and gatherings held in the village hall. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to the medieval period. It remains a quiet and peaceful place to live, with good access to nearby amenities and transport links.

School Ratings in Brigsley

Brigsley is served by 56 schools. Queensway Outreach is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brigsley

Property prices average £216K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £297K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brigsley

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Brigsley, with 19 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brigsley

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brigsley 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 Brigsley

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Brigsley, the nearest being Slc Medical Group (2.9 miles away).

Local Data for Brigsley

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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

31 Primary
6 Secondary
19 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DN37 postcode area.

Waltham Gateway Academy Primary 1.4 miles East Ravendale CofE Primary School Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Waltham Leas Primary Academy Primary Good 1.7 miles Waltham Toll Bar Academy Secondary Good 2.1 miles Holton Le Clay Infant School Primary Good 2.2 miles Holton Le Clay 2.3 miles Holton-le-Clay Junior School Primary Good 2.3 miles Springfield Primary Academy Primary Good 2.5 miles Scartho Outreach 2.7 miles Fairfield Academy Primary 2.7 miles Enfield Academy of New Waltham Primary 2.7 miles Lift North Thoresby Primary 2.8 miles

Household Income in Brigsley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Brigsley 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.

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

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

Businesses in Brigsley ONS 2025

There are approximately 722 active businesses based in Brigsley, 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 Brigsley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brigsley 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
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 Brigsley 160 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Brigsley 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.

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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Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Grimsby Town Train Station 4.8 miles
Great Coates Train Station 5.6 miles
Cleethorpes Train Station 5.7 miles
Stallingborough Train Station 7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ashby cum Fenby 0.6 miles Ashby Hill 0.9 miles Waltham 1.4 miles East Ravendale 1.8 miles Barnoldby le Beck 1.8 miles Grainsby 1.8 miles Holton le Clay 2 miles Waithe 2 miles West Ravendale 2.2 miles Hatcliffe 2.6 miles New Waltham 2.6 miles Beelsby 3.1 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Brigsley

Of the 9,149 households in and around Brigsley, 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 Brigsley.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brigsley

What is the population of Brigsley?
Brigsley 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 Brigsley?
The average property in and around Brigsley 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 Brigsley a deprived area?
Brigsley 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 Brigsley?
Brigsley is covered by the DN37 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Brigsley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Brigsley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Brigsley?
The nearest railway station to Brigsley is Grimsby Town Train Station, about 4.8 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