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Location in LincolnshireBurgh on Bain sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Burgh on Bain
Burgh on Bain is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies just off the A158 road, close to the River Bain, which gives the village its name. The settlement has a long history, with evidence of medieval origins and a church that dates back to the 12th century. The village retains a rural character, with a mix of traditional brick and flint buildings alongside more modern homes. It is situated near the larger town of Horncastle, which provides local amenities and services. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and quiet lanes, typical of the Lincolnshire landscape. The postcode area LN8 covers the village and its immediate vicinity, placing it within the broader Lincolnshire region.
School Ratings in Burgh on Bain
There are 5 schools in and around Burgh on Bain. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Burgh on Bain
The average property price is £267K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £309K.
Deprivation and Employment in Burgh on Bain
Burgh on Bain 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.
Local Data for Burgh on Bain
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Property Prices 2,967 sales
Schools & Education 5 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN8 postcode area.
Household Income in Burgh on Bain ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burgh on Bain is approximately £48,577 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,088. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,088.
Businesses in Burgh on Bain ONS 2025
There are approximately 854 active businesses based in Burgh on Bain, around 51 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Burgh on Bain IMD 2025
Burgh on Bain 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.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Burgh on Bain
Of the 7,729 households in and around Burgh on Bain, 72% are owned, 8% 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 Burgh on Bain.