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Location in LincolnshireBurtoft sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Burtoft
Burtoft is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the PE20 postcode area and is situated near the border with Norfolk. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet, tree-lined roads. It is surrounded by open farmland, typical of the Lincolnshire countryside, and is close to the River Witham, which provides a peaceful natural setting. The local community is close-knit, with a village hall and a small church serving as focal points for social and religious life. While Burtoft is not a large settlement, it offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with easy access to nearby towns such as Spalding and Boston. The area is well-connected by road, with the A151 running close by, making it convenient for commuting.
School Ratings in Burtoft
Burtoft is served by 14 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Burtoft
Property prices average £241K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £270K.
Deprivation and Employment in Burtoft
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burtoft 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 Burtoft
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Burtoft, the nearest being Sutterton Surgery (1 miles away).
Local Data for Burtoft
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Property Prices 2,627 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE20 postcode area.
Household Income in Burtoft ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burtoft is approximately £43,471 a year before tax, 21% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,741. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,741.
Businesses in Burtoft ONS 2025
There are approximately 626 active businesses based in Burtoft, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Burtoft IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burtoft 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 5 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Burtoft
Of the 6,648 households in and around Burtoft, 69% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 13% 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 Burtoft.