Gipsey Bridge, Lincolnshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Gipsey Bridge

Gipsey Bridge is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the PE22 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Boston and is easily accessible via local roads. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, providing a glimpse into rural life in this part of England.

The area around Gipsey Bridge is characterised by its flat landscape, typical of the Lincolnshire Fen region. Visitors can enjoy the surrounding countryside, which includes fields and waterways. The village has a local pub, offering a place for social gatherings and refreshments. Gipsey Bridge serves as a quiet base for exploring nearby attractions, including the historic town of Boston and the natural beauty of the surrounding fenlands.

School Ratings in Gipsey Bridge

There are 23 schools in and around Gipsey Bridge. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Gipsey Bridge

The average property price is £252K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £266K.

Deprivation and Employment in Gipsey Bridge

Gipsey Bridge 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 Gipsey Bridge

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Property Prices 2,308 sales

Average Price £252K

£2K , £11.82M

Detached £266K 1,586

Semi £172K 377

Terraced £157K 138

Flat £116K 11

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary

3 Secondary

8 Other

Good 6

Requires improvement 2

Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE22 postcode area.

Gipsey Bridge Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Frithville Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles New York Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.7 miles The Pilgrim School Not applicable Good 3.6 miles Park Academy Primary Good 3.6 miles Boston West Academy Primary Good 3.7 miles Haven High Academy Secondary Inadequate 3.8 miles Boston, Carlton Road and Old Leake Children's Centre Good 4 miles Boston Carlton Road 4 miles Carlton Road Academy Primary 4 miles Bridge House Independent School Not applicable Good 4 miles Boston High School Secondary Good 4.1 miles

Household Income in Gipsey Bridge ONS 2023

The average total household income in Gipsey Bridge is approximately £42,515 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,394. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Gipsey Bridge £42,515

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £32,394.

Businesses in Gipsey Bridge ONS 2025

There are approximately 707 active businesses based in Gipsey Bridge, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

707 Total businesses

40 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 2%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Gipsey Bridge IMD 2025

Gipsey Bridge 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

6/10

Employment

5/10

Education

3/10

Health

5/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 14%

Working age 57%

Older 65+ 29%

2,476 Children (0-15) 14%

9,992 Working Age 57%

5,118 Older (65+) 29%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.5% 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

Hubberts Bridge Train Station 3.6 miles

Boston Train Station 4.1 miles

Swineshead Train Station 5.8 miles

Heckington Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Newham 0.6 miles Langrick 1.4 miles Langrick Bridge 1.8 miles Anton's Gowt 1.8 miles Fishtoft Drove 1.9 miles Frithville 2 miles Brothertoft 2 miles Frith Bank 2.2 miles Boston West 2.6 miles Hedgehog Bridge 2.6 miles Cowbridge 2.8 miles Bunker's Hill 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Boston

County Lincolnshire

Ward Coastal

Constituency Boston and Skegness

Parish Leverton

Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Gipsey Bridge

Of the 7,463 households in and around Gipsey Bridge, 76% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 11% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Gipsey Bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gipsey Bridge

What is the population of Gipsey Bridge?

Gipsey Bridge has a population of approximately 17,592 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Gipsey Bridge?

The average property in and around Gipsey Bridge sold for about £251,904, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 28% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Gipsey Bridge a deprived area?

Gipsey Bridge 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 Gipsey Bridge?

Gipsey Bridge is covered by the PE22 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Gipsey Bridge?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Gipsey Bridge, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Gipsey Bridge?

The nearest railway station to Gipsey Bridge is Hubberts Bridge Train Station, about 3.6 miles away.

Streets in PE22 30 shown View all streets

A153 2 A52 6 Acorn Close 1 Amos Way 2 Armstrong's Lane 1 Armtree Road 2 B1183 1 B1184 1 B1192 1 Back Lane 3 Bar Green Lane 1 Barlode Drain 1 Barneyfield Lane 1 Bars Lane 1 Bede Crescent 1 Beeches Lane 1 Beggar's Lane 1 Bellwater Bank 3 Benington Road 1 Bert Allen Drive 1 Besant Close 1 Birkwood Lane 1 Black Drove 3 Boston Long Hedges 3 Boston Road 9 Bowman Avenue 1 Brand End Road 3 Brick Lane 1 Broadgate 4 Broughton's Lane 1

Postcodes in PE22 50 shown View all postcodes

PE22 0AA PE22 0AB PE22 0AD PE22 0AE PE22 0AF PE22 0AG PE22 0AH PE22 0AJ PE22 0AL PE22 0AN PE22 0AQ PE22 0AR PE22 0AS PE22 0AT PE22 0AU PE22 0AW PE22 0AX PE22 0AY PE22 0AZ PE22 0BA PE22 0BB PE22 0BD PE22 0BE PE22 0BG PE22 0BH PE22 0BJ PE22 0BL PE22 0BP PE22 0BQ PE22 0BS PE22 0BT PE22 0BU PE22 0BX PE22 0BZ PE22 0DA PE22 0DB PE22 0DD PE22 0DE PE22 0DF PE22 0DG PE22 0DH PE22 0DJ PE22 0DL PE22 0DN PE22 0DP PE22 0DQ PE22 0DR PE22 0DS PE22 0DT PE22 0DW

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