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Location in LincolnshireCastle Carlton sits where the marker shows within the county.

29,999
Population
12,598
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£44,191
Avg. household income
1,330
Businesses
85
People per km²
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About Castle Carlton

Castle Carlton is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It lies within the LN11 postcode area, situated near the border with North Yorkshire. The village is historically notable for its 18th-century country house, Castle Carlton Hall, which was built in the early 1700s and has undergone several alterations over the years. The hall is now a private residence and is not open to the public. The surrounding area is predominantly rural, with open farmland and scattered woodland, typical of the Lincolnshire countryside. The village itself is modest in size, with a small number of homes and a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It is accessible via local roads and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Louth and Horncastle.

School Ratings in Castle Carlton

There are 13 schools in and around Castle Carlton. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castle Carlton

The average property price is £246K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £307K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castle Carlton

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Castle Carlton, with 90 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Carlton

Castle Carlton 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.

Property Prices 5,103 sales

Average Price £246K
£300 , £8.4M
Detached £307K 2,210
Semi £181K 1,311
Terraced £151K 1,021
Flat £104K 135

Household Income in Castle Carlton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Castle Carlton is approximately £44,191 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,243. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Castle Carlton £44,191
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,243.

Businesses in Castle Carlton ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,330 active businesses based in Castle Carlton, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,330 Total businesses
44 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Carlton IMD 2025

Castle Carlton 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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 28%
4,834 Children (0-15) 16%
16,868 Working Age 56%
8,288 Older (65+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.9% 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 Castle Carlton 217 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Castle Carlton sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Anti-Social Behaviour 90
Violence & Sexual Offences 67
Shoplifting 20
Criminal Damage & Arson 11
Other Theft 10
Public Order 9
Other Crime 3
Burglary 2
Drugs 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Robbery 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Mablethorpe
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.

Location

Local Government

District East Lindsey
County Lincolnshire
Ward North Holme
Constituency Louth and Horncastle
Parish Louth
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Castle Carlton

Of the 13,678 households in and around Castle Carlton, 68% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 13% Private rented 19%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Castle Carlton

What is the population of Castle Carlton?
Castle Carlton has a population of approximately 29,999 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Castle Carlton?
The average property in and around Castle Carlton sold for about £245,903, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 30% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Castle Carlton a deprived area?
Castle Carlton sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Castle Carlton?
Castle Carlton is covered by the LN11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Castle Carlton?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Castle Carlton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.