About Broughton Common

Broughton Common is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies within the DN20 postcode area, situated to the north of the town of Louth. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding area is predominantly rural, characterised by open farmland and rolling countryside typical of Lincolnshire. Broughton Common is close to the A158 road, providing access to nearby towns and cities. The village has a community hall and a local pub, which serve as focal points for social gatherings. There are no major tourist attractions, but the area offers peaceful walks and a quiet, rural atmosphere. The village is part of the civil parish of Broughton, and the local community is active in maintaining village amenities.

School Ratings in Broughton Common

Families in Broughton Common have access to 31 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broughton Common

Homes sell for an average of £220K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £270K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broughton Common

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Broughton Common, with 9 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broughton Common

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broughton Common 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Broughton Common

Broadband services in Broughton Common range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,992 sales

Average Price £220K
£600 — £19.52M
Detached £270K 1,456
Semi £154K 896
Terraced £130K 424
Flat £106K 71

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
6 Secondary
11 Other
Broughton Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Hera House Good 2 miles Brigg Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles The Vale Academy Secondary Good 2.1 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy (Brigg) Primary Good 2.2 miles Brigg Children's Centre Good 2.4 miles Sir John Nelthorpe School Secondary Good 2.5 miles Hestia School Good 2.6 miles Robert Holme Academy Good 2.7 miles Wrawby St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Worlaby Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Scawby Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Broughton Common IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Broughton Common 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
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,666 Children (0-15) 15%
14,715 Working Age 59%
8,926 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13% 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 Broughton Common 51 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Broughton Common are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

26 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Shoplifting
3 Burglary
3 Other Theft
3 Other Crime
1 Public Order
1 Theft from Person
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 6 stations

Brigg Train Station 2.8 miles
Barnetby Train Station 4.9 miles
Scunthorpe Train Station 5.1 miles
Kirton Lindsey Train Station 7.3 miles
Barton-On-Humber Train Station 7.6 miles
Thornton Abbey Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wressle 0.6 miles Broughton 1.4 miles Castlethorpe 2 miles Mill Place 2.6 miles Brigg 2.6 miles Appleby 2.8 miles Island Carr 2.8 miles Worlaby 3.1 miles Westrum 3.1 miles Scawby 3.2 miles Santon 3.3 miles Wrawby 3.3 miles

Local Government

District North Lincolnshire
County Lincolnshire
Ward Broughton and Appleby
Constituency Brigg and Goole
Parish Broughton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in DN20 30 shown View all streets

A18 1 Airedale Close 1 Albert Street 3 Almond Grove 1 Ancholme Gardens 1 Ancholme Way 1 Anchors Way 2 Andrew Paddock 1 Appleby Gardens 1 Appleby Lane 3 Applefields 1 Archers Close 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashdown Close 1 Atherton Way 2 Atkinson Avenue 1 Avenue Nozay 1 B1206 5 Badger Way 1 Bakersfield 1 Barley Close 1 Barnard Avenue 4 Barnetby Lane 1 Barrowby Close 1 Barton Road 2 Bassett Close 1 Beagle Close 1 Beck Lane 1 Beck Side 2 Beech Close 1

Postcodes in DN20 50 shown View all postcodes

DN20 0AA DN20 0AB DN20 0AD DN20 0AE DN20 0AF DN20 0AG DN20 0AH DN20 0AJ DN20 0AL DN20 0AN DN20 0AP DN20 0AQ DN20 0AR DN20 0AS DN20 0AT DN20 0AU DN20 0AW DN20 0AX DN20 0AY DN20 0AZ DN20 0BA DN20 0BB DN20 0BD DN20 0BE DN20 0BF DN20 0BG DN20 0BJ DN20 0BN DN20 0BP DN20 0BQ DN20 0BS DN20 0BT DN20 0BU DN20 0BW DN20 0BX DN20 0BY DN20 0BZ DN20 0DA DN20 0DB DN20 0DD DN20 0DE DN20 0DF DN20 0DH DN20 0DJ DN20 0DL DN20 0DN DN20 0DP DN20 0DQ DN20 0DR DN20 0DS