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Location in LincolnshireCawthorpe sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Cawthorpe
Cawthorpe is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, in the east of England. It lies within the PE10 postcode area and is situated near the border with Norfolk. The village is part of the civil parish of Cawthorpe and Stainfield, and is known for its rural setting and agricultural surroundings. The landscape is predominantly flat, typical of the Lincolnshire Fens, with open fields and scattered farmsteads. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, countryside atmosphere. It is close to the town of Spalding, which provides local amenities and services. Cawthorpe is accessible by road via the A158, and the nearest railway station is in Spalding, offering connections to other parts of Lincolnshire and beyond. The area has a long history of farming and is part of a region with significant agricultural production.
School Ratings in Cawthorpe
Cawthorpe is served by 12 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Cawthorpe
Property prices average £267K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £328K.
Deprivation and Employment in Cawthorpe
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cawthorpe 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 Cawthorpe
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Cawthorpe, the nearest being Bourne Galletly Practice Team (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Cawthorpe
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Property Prices 4,705 sales
Schools & Education 12 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE10 postcode area.
Household Income in Cawthorpe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cawthorpe is approximately £54,161 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,574. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,574.
Businesses in Cawthorpe ONS 2025
There are approximately 944 active businesses based in Cawthorpe, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 25 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Cawthorpe IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cawthorpe 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 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Cawthorpe
Of the 10,817 households in and around Cawthorpe, 74% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 17% 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 Cawthorpe.