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About Dowsby
Dowsby is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the PE10 postcode area. It is primarily a residential community, characterised by its rural setting and agricultural surroundings. The village is served by a few local amenities, including a primary school and a village hall, which often hosts community events.
The landscape around Dowsby features open fields and farmland, typical of the Lincolnshire countryside. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns. Dowsby offers a quiet lifestyle, appealing to those who appreciate the simplicity of village life while still being within reach of larger urban centres.
School Ratings in Dowsby
There are 6 schools in and around Dowsby. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Dowsby
The average property price is £267K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £328K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dowsby
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Dowsby, with 27 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Dowsby
Dowsby 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.
Healthcare in Dowsby
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Dowsby, the nearest being The New Springwells Practice (2.9 miles away).
Local Data for Dowsby
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Property Prices 4,705 sales
Schools & Education 6 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE10 postcode area.
Household Income in Dowsby ONS 2023
The average total household income in Dowsby 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 Dowsby ONS 2025
There are approximately 944 active businesses based in Dowsby, 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 Dowsby IMD 2025
Dowsby 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.
Crime in Dowsby 106 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Dowsby sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Dowsby
Of the 10,817 households in and around Dowsby, 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 Dowsby.