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About Brinkhill
Brinkhill is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the LN11 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. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the community. The area is known for its peaceful environment and rural character, with farmland and hedgerows forming the backdrop to daily life. Brinkhill is conveniently positioned for access to nearby towns such as Sleaford and Grantham, offering residents a quiet country lifestyle while remaining within reach of larger services and transport links.
School Ratings in Brinkhill
Brinkhill is served by 8 schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brinkhill
Property prices average £246K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £307K.
Deprivation and Employment in Brinkhill
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brinkhill 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.
Local Data for Brinkhill
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Property Prices 5,103 sales
Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN11 postcode area.
Household Income in Brinkhill ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brinkhill is approximately £44,191 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,243. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,243.
Businesses in Brinkhill ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,330 active businesses based in Brinkhill, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Brinkhill IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brinkhill 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.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brinkhill
Of the 13,678 households in and around Brinkhill, 68% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 19% 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 Brinkhill.