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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 Dovendale

Dovendale is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the LN11 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential properties and open green spaces, providing a peaceful environment for its residents. The local community is close-knit, with a few essential amenities available for daily needs.

Surrounding Dovendale, the countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The area is primarily agricultural, with fields and farms contributing to the local landscape. Nearby towns provide additional services and facilities, making Dovendale a convenient base for those who appreciate rural living while still having access to larger urban areas.

School Ratings in Dovendale

There are 12 schools in and around Dovendale. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dovendale

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

Deprivation and Employment in Dovendale

Dovendale 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.

Local Data for Dovendale

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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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Good 12
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN11 postcode area.

Scamblesby Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles King Edward VI Grammar School Secondary Good 3 miles Kidgate Academy Primary 3.4 miles St Michael's Church of England School, Louth Primary Good 3.4 miles Louth Academy Secondary Good 3.5 miles St Bernard's School Not applicable 3.7 miles Eastfield Infants and Nursery Academy Primary Good 3.7 miles Lacey Gardens Junior Academy Primary 3.8 miles Greenwich House School Not applicable Good 3.8 miles Louth and Holton-le-Clay Children's Centre Good 3.8 miles The Donington-on-Bain School Primary Good 4.2 miles East Wold Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.3 miles

Household Income in Dovendale ONS 2023

The average total household income in Dovendale 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.

Dovendale £44,191
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Dovendale ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,330 active businesses based in Dovendale, 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 Dovendale IMD 2025

Dovendale 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

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tathwell 1.2 miles Withcall 1.4 miles Maltby 1.4 miles Raithby 1.4 miles Hallington 1.9 miles Haugham 2 miles Maidenwell 2.2 miles Cawkwell 2.2 miles Farforth 2.6 miles Asterby 3.1 miles Scamblesby 3.1 miles Ruckland 3.1 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Dovendale

Of the 13,678 households in and around Dovendale, 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 Dovendale.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dovendale

What is the population of Dovendale?
Dovendale 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 Dovendale?
The average property in and around Dovendale 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 Dovendale a deprived area?
Dovendale 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 Dovendale?
Dovendale is covered by the LN11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Dovendale?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Dovendale, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Streets in LN11 30 shown View all streets

A157 5 A16 2 Abbey Park 1 Abbey Road 3 Abbotts Way 1 Acorn Avenue 1 Acthorpe Lane 2 Acthorpe Top 1 Ada Way 1 Adrian Close 1 Albany Close 1 Albany Place 1 Albany Road 2 Albion Place 1 Alder Close 1 Alexander Drive 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alford Road 1 Alfred Smithy Way 1 Allenby Crescent 2 Allison Road 1 Almond Crescent 2 Althorp Gardens 1 Amanda Drive 1 Amelia Wood Way 2 Andrews Close 1 Anthony Crescent 2 Ark Road 1 Ash Close 3 Ashley Road 2

Postcodes in LN11 50 shown View all postcodes

LN11 0AA LN11 0AB LN11 0AD LN11 0AE LN11 0AF LN11 0AG LN11 0AH LN11 0AJ LN11 0AL LN11 0AN LN11 0AP LN11 0AQ LN11 0AR LN11 0AS LN11 0AT LN11 0AU LN11 0AW LN11 0AX LN11 0AY LN11 0AZ LN11 0BA LN11 0BB LN11 0BD LN11 0BE LN11 0BF LN11 0BG LN11 0BH LN11 0BJ LN11 0BL LN11 0BN LN11 0BP LN11 0BQ LN11 0BS LN11 0BT LN11 0BU LN11 0BW LN11 0BX LN11 0BY LN11 0BZ LN11 0DA LN11 0DB LN11 0DD LN11 0DE LN11 0DF LN11 0DG LN11 0DH LN11 0DJ LN11 0DN LN11 0DP LN11 0DQ