About Butterwick

Butterwick is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies within the PE22 postcode area, 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 close to the A158, providing easy access to nearby towns such as Boston and Spalding. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open farmland and rolling countryside, typical of the Lincolnshire Wolds. There are no major attractions within the village itself, but it offers a peaceful rural setting for those seeking a quiet life. The local community is close-knit, with a small church and a village hall serving as focal points for social gatherings.

School Ratings in Butterwick

Butterwick is served by 27 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Butterwick

Property prices average £245K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £263K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Butterwick

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Butterwick, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Butterwick

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Butterwick 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Butterwick

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Butterwick, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,153 sales

Average Price £245K
£3K — £2.39M
Detached £263K 1,509
Semi £169K 313
Terraced £153K 145
Flat £56K 5

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
4 Secondary
7 Other
The Butterwick Pinchbeck's Endowed CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Aspiration House School Inadequate 0.9 miles Hawthorn Tree School Primary Good 2.4 miles Fishtoft Academy Primary Good 2.5 miles Boston High School Secondary Good 3 miles St Nicholas CE Primary Academy Primary Good 3 miles Tower Road Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston Primary 3.1 miles The Giles Academy Secondary Good 3.2 miles Boston Endeavour Academy 3.2 miles Boston Nursery School Nursery Good 3.3 miles Old Leake 3.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Butterwick IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Butterwick 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
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
3/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,276 Children (0-15) 15%
16,816 Working Age 59%
10,171 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.5% 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 Butterwick 6 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Butterwick falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

4 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Boston Rural East
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Boston Train Station 3.9 miles
Hubberts Bridge Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brand End 0.6 miles West End 0.6 miles Benington 0.9 miles Freiston 0.9 miles Haltoft End 1.2 miles Benington Sea End 1.4 miles Leverton 1.4 miles Leverton Highgate 1.8 miles Tamworth Green 1.9 miles Freiston Shore 2 miles Leverton Lucasgate 2.2 miles Boston Long Hedges 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Boston
County Lincolnshire
Ward Coastal
Constituency Boston and Skegness
Parish Leverton
Region East Midlands

Streets in PE22 30 shown View all streets

A153 2 A52 6 Acorn Close 1 Amos Way 2 Armstrong's Lane 1 Armtree Road 2 B1183 1 B1184 1 B1192 1 Back Lane 3 Bar Green Lane 1 Barlode Drain 1 Barneyfield Lane 1 Bars Lane 1 Bede Crescent 1 Beeches Lane 1 Beggar's Lane 1 Bellwater Bank 3 Benington Road 1 Bert Allen Drive 1 Besant Close 1 Birkwood Lane 1 Black Drove 3 Boston Long Hedges 3 Boston Road 9 Bowman Avenue 1 Brand End Road 3 Brick Lane 1 Broadgate 4 Broughton's Lane 1

Postcodes in PE22 50 shown View all postcodes

PE22 0AA PE22 0AB PE22 0AD PE22 0AE PE22 0AG PE22 0AN PE22 0AQ PE22 0AR PE22 0AS PE22 0AT PE22 0AU PE22 0AW PE22 0AX PE22 0AY PE22 0AZ PE22 0BA PE22 0BB PE22 0BD PE22 0BE PE22 0BG PE22 0BH PE22 0BJ PE22 0BL PE22 0BP PE22 0BQ PE22 0BS PE22 0BT PE22 0BU PE22 0BX PE22 0BZ PE22 0DA PE22 0DB PE22 0DD PE22 0DE PE22 0DF PE22 0DG PE22 0DH PE22 0DJ PE22 0DL PE22 0DN PE22 0DP PE22 0DQ PE22 0DR PE22 0DS PE22 0DT PE22 0DW PE22 0DX PE22 0DZ PE22 0EB PE22 0ED