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Location in LincolnshireEast Firsby sits where the marker shows within the county.

16,866
Population
7,545
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,577
Avg. household income
854
Businesses
40
People per km²
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About East Firsby

East Firsby is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the postcode area LN8. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern houses. It is surrounded by agricultural land, providing a rural atmosphere that is typical of the region.

The village is close to the larger town of Market Rasen, which offers additional amenities and services. East Firsby is well-placed for those who enjoy walking and cycling, with various paths and routes in the surrounding countryside. The local community is small and friendly, making it a peaceful place to live or visit.

School Ratings in East Firsby

There are 12 schools in and around East Firsby. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in East Firsby

The average property price is £267K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £309K.

Deprivation and Employment in East Firsby

East Firsby 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 East Firsby

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Property Prices 2,967 sales

Average Price £267K
£840 , £7.84M
Detached £309K 1,480
Semi £180K 627
Terraced £139K 547
Flat £93K 59

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN8 postcode area.

Normanby Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 3.5 miles Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Ingham Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Welton and Cherry Willingham Children's Centre Good 3.9 miles William Farr CofE Comprehensive School Secondary 3.9 miles Faldingworth Community Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Hemswell 4.3 miles Hemswell Cliff Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Acacia School Not applicable 4.4 miles Pollyplatt Primary Academy Primary 4.5 miles

Household Income in East Firsby ONS 2023

The average total household income in East Firsby is approximately £48,577 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,088. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

East Firsby £48,577
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,088.

Businesses in East Firsby ONS 2025

There are approximately 854 active businesses based in East Firsby, around 51 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

854 Total businesses
51 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in East Firsby IMD 2025

East Firsby 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 28%
2,823 Children (0-15) 15%
10,674 Working Age 57%
5,295 Older (65+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.4% 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 4 stations

Market Rasen Train Station 6.7 miles
Lincoln Train Station 9.2 miles
Saxilby Train Station 9.5 miles
Kirton Lindsey Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Saxby 0.6 miles Spridlington 0.6 miles Owmby-by-Spital 1.2 miles Normanby-by-Spital 1.9 miles Hackthorn 2 miles Cold Hanworth 2.2 miles Caenby 2.5 miles Newtoft 2.6 miles Toft next Newton 3.1 miles Glentham 3.1 miles Newton by Toft 3.3 miles Welton Hill 3.5 miles

Local Government

District West Lindsey
County Lincolnshire
Ward Waddingham and Spital
Constituency Gainsborough
Parish Normanby by Spital
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in East Firsby

Of the 7,729 households in and around East Firsby, 72% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 72% Social rented 8% Private rented 19%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about East Firsby

What is the population of East Firsby?
East Firsby has a population of approximately 16,866 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in East Firsby?
The average property in and around East Firsby sold for about £267,407, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 23% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is East Firsby a deprived area?
East Firsby sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover East Firsby?
East Firsby is covered by the LN8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in East Firsby?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of East Firsby, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to East Firsby?
The nearest railway station to East Firsby is Market Rasen Train Station, about 6.7 miles away.

Streets in LN8 30 shown View all streets

A15 1 A157 2 A158 2 A631 10 Abbott Close 2 Acre Close 1 Alexandria Road 3 Anglian Way 1 Archer Court 1 Archer Street 1 Arlington Road 1 Ashtree Close 1 B1202 1 B1203 3 Back Street 1 Bain Rise 1 Balmoral Close 1 Bardney Road 3 Barff Lane 1 Barff Meadow 1 Barkwith Road 1 Beck Close 1 Beck Hill 1 Beckside 1 Beechers Way 1 Benniworth Road Plantation 1 Binbrook Lane 1 Birchwood's Close 1 Bishop Norton Road 3 Blands Hill 2

Postcodes in LN8 50 shown View all postcodes

LN8 2AA LN8 2AB LN8 2AD LN8 2AE LN8 2AF LN8 2AG LN8 2AH LN8 2AJ LN8 2AL LN8 2AN LN8 2AP LN8 2AQ LN8 2AR LN8 2AS LN8 2AT LN8 2AU LN8 2AW LN8 2AX LN8 2AY LN8 2AZ LN8 2BA LN8 2BB LN8 2BD LN8 2BE LN8 2BF LN8 2BG LN8 2BH LN8 2BJ LN8 2BL LN8 2BP LN8 2BQ LN8 2BS LN8 2BT LN8 2BU LN8 2BW LN8 2BX LN8 2BY LN8 2DA LN8 2DB LN8 2DD LN8 2DE LN8 2DF LN8 2DG LN8 2DH LN8 2DJ LN8 2DL LN8 2DN LN8 2DP LN8 2DQ LN8 2DR