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Location in LincolnshireCandlesby sits where the marker shows within the county.

8,966
Population
3,812
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
11
Schools nearby
£42,700
Avg. household income
433
Businesses
43
People per km²
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About Candlesby

Candlesby is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the PE23 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The village is surrounded by open farmland and rolling countryside, typical of the region. Candlesby is close to the town of Louth, which provides local amenities and services. The area is known for its agricultural landscape, with fields of crops and pastureland stretching across the horizon. The village itself is modest in size, with a small number of homes and a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It is a place where community life remains close-knit, and the pace of daily living is unhurried. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment.

School Ratings in Candlesby

There are 11 schools in and around Candlesby. Spilsby, Horncastle and Tattershall Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Candlesby

The average property price is £327K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £297K.

Deprivation and Employment in Candlesby

Candlesby falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Local Data for Candlesby

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Property Prices 1,469 sales

Average Price £327K
£500 , £109.57M
Detached £297K 851
Semi £160K 221
Terraced £140K 221
Flat £110K 25

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 3
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE23 postcode area.

Great Steeping Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Partney Church of England Aided Primary School Primary 2.7 miles St Helena's Church of England Primary Academy, Willoughby Primary 2.9 miles Halton Holegate CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles The St Peter and St Paul C of E Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Spilsby, Horncastle and Tattershall Children's Centre Outstanding 3.5 miles Spilsby Primary School Primary 3.5 miles King Edward VI Academy Secondary Good 3.5 miles Woodlands Academy Not applicable Good 3.7 miles The Eresby School, Spilsby Not applicable 3.7 miles Toynton All Saints Primary School Primary 4.5 miles

Household Income in Candlesby ONS 2023

The average total household income in Candlesby is approximately £42,700 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,408. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Candlesby £42,700
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,408.

Businesses in Candlesby ONS 2025

There are approximately 433 active businesses based in Candlesby, around 48 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 4 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

433 Total businesses
48 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Candlesby IMD 2025

Candlesby falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
5/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 29%
1,309 Children (0-15) 15%
4,985 Working Age 56%
2,674 Older (65+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 41.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.8% 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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Thorpe Culvert Train Station 4.3 miles
Havenhouse Train Station 6.3 miles
Skegness Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Scremby 0.6 miles Gunby 0.9 miles Welton le Marsh 1.4 miles Grebby 1.4 miles Monksthorpe 1.4 miles Skendleby 1.8 miles Ashby by Partney 2 miles Great Steeping 2 miles Hasthorpe 2.2 miles Bratoft 2.2 miles Orby 2.5 miles Claxby St Andrew 2.5 miles

Local Government

District East Lindsey
County Lincolnshire
Ward Hagworthingham
Constituency Louth and Horncastle
Parish East Keal
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Candlesby

Of the 3,965 households in and around Candlesby, 70% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 11% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Candlesby.

Frequently Asked Questions about Candlesby

What is the population of Candlesby?
Candlesby has a population of approximately 8,966 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Candlesby?
The average property in and around Candlesby sold for about £326,536, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 6% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Candlesby a deprived area?
Candlesby sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Candlesby?
Candlesby is covered by the PE23 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Candlesby?
There are 11 schools within easy reach of Candlesby, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Candlesby?
The nearest railway station to Candlesby is Thorpe Culvert Train Station, about 4.3 miles away.

Streets in PE23 30 shown View all streets

A158 2 A16 4 Alford Road 1 Ancaster Avenue 6 Asgarby Road 1 Ashby Meadows 1 Ashby Road 5 Aswardby Road 2 Atkinsons Lane 1 B1195 7 B1196 1 Back Lane 4 Baker's Lane 2 Bartons Lane 2 Bassingham Lane 1 Beck Lane 1 Bedlings Close 1 Blacksmith Lane 1 Blacksmiths Lane 1 Blind Lane 1 Bluestone Heath Road 1 Bond Hays Lane 2 Boston Road 8 Braygate Lane 1 Brickyard Lane 2 Bridge Road 1 Brinkhill Road 1 Brun Balderston Close 1 Bullingbrook Street 2 Chalk Pit Lane 1

Postcodes in PE23 50 shown View all postcodes

PE23 4AA PE23 4AB PE23 4AE PE23 4AF PE23 4AG PE23 4AH PE23 4AJ PE23 4AL PE23 4AP PE23 4AQ PE23 4AR PE23 4AS PE23 4AT PE23 4AU PE23 4AX PE23 4AY PE23 4AZ PE23 4BA PE23 4BB PE23 4BD PE23 4BE PE23 4BF PE23 4BG PE23 4BH PE23 4BJ PE23 4BL PE23 4BP PE23 4BS PE23 4BT PE23 4BU PE23 4BX PE23 4BY PE23 4BZ PE23 4DA PE23 4DB PE23 4DD PE23 4DE PE23 4DJ PE23 4DL PE23 4DN PE23 4DP PE23 4DR PE23 4DS PE23 4DT PE23 4DU PE23 4DW PE23 4DX PE23 4EA PE23 4EB PE23 4ED