Hougham, Lincolnshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Hougham

Hougham is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England, within the postcode area NG32. It lies approximately three miles south of Grantham and is surrounded by the gentle countryside typical of this region. The village features a mix of residential properties, with some historical buildings that reflect its rural heritage.

The local church, St. Andrew's, is a notable landmark and serves as a focal point for the community. Hougham is primarily a residential area, making it a quiet place to live or visit. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with several paths and fields available for exploration. Overall, Hougham presents a simple and unassuming English village experience.

School Ratings in Hougham

Hougham is served by 12 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hougham

Property prices average £397K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £407K.

Deprivation and Employment in Hougham

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hougham 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.

Local Data for Hougham

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Property Prices 1,567 sales

Average Price £397K

£3K , £23.25M

Detached £407K 970

Semi £233K 321

Terraced £219K 145

Flat £159K 6

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary

1 Secondary

1 Other

Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG32 postcode area.

The Marston Thorold's Charity Church of England School Primary Good 0.7 miles Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Long Bennington Church of England Academy Primary Good 3 miles Barkston and Syston CofE Primary School Primary 3.4 miles The Claypole Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles The St Sebastian's Church of England Primary School, Great Gonerby Primary Good 4 miles Caythorpe 4 miles Caythorpe Primary School Primary 4 miles The Gonerby Hill Foot Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Cliffedale Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Poplar Farm School Primary Good 4.9 miles The Priory Ruskin Academy Secondary Outstanding 4.9 miles

Household Income in Hougham ONS 2023

The average total household income in Hougham is approximately £55,676 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 £42,153. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Hougham £55,676

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,153.

Businesses in Hougham ONS 2025

There are approximately 826 active businesses based in Hougham, around 63 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

826 Total businesses

63 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Hougham IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hougham 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.

Overall Deprivation

6/10

Income

7/10

Employment

7/10

Education

8/10

Health

8/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 15%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 29%

1,979 Children (0-15) 15%

7,279 Working Age 56%

3,756 Older (65+) 29%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.2% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% 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 6 stations

Bottesford Train Station 5.6 miles

Grantham Train Station 6.1 miles

Ancaster Train Station 6.2 miles

Newark Northgate Train Station 7.9 miles

Newark Castle Train Station 8.3 miles

Aslockton Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Marston 0.9 miles Westborough 1.9 miles Gelston 2 miles Foston 2.2 miles Dry Doddington 2.2 miles Stubton 2.6 miles Hough-on-the-Hill 2.8 miles Brandon 2.8 miles Long Bennington 3.1 miles Allington 3.1 miles Syston 3.5 miles Frieston 3.6 miles

Local Government

District Melton

County Leicestershire

Ward Croxton Kerrial

Constituency Rutland and Melton

Parish Eaton

Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Hougham

Of the 5,662 households in and around Hougham, 74% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 9% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Hougham

What is the population of Hougham?

Hougham has a population of approximately 13,017 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Hougham?

The average property in and around Hougham sold for about £396,905, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Hougham a deprived area?

Hougham sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Hougham?

Hougham is covered by the NG32 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Hougham?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Hougham?

The nearest railway station to Hougham is Bottesford Train Station, about 5.6 miles away.

Streets in NG32 30 shown View all streets

A1 1 A153 1 A607 5 Abbey Lane 1 Adamstiles 1 Allington Lane 1 Allington Road 2 Angel Court 1 Arne Close 1 Arnhem Drive 2 Ash Close 1 Back Lane 4 Barkston Road 1 Bath Street 2 Belvoir Lane 1 Belvoir Road 7 Berryfield End 1 Berts Way 1 Blackberry Way 1 Blacksmiths Lane 1 Blind Lane 1 Bottesford Road 2 Bottom Street 1 Bowmans Way 2 Branston Lane 3 Brant Road 5 Bridge End Road 3 Bridge Street 1 Brookside 1 Brookside Close 1

Postcodes in NG32 50 shown View all postcodes

NG32 1AA NG32 1AB NG32 1AD NG32 1AE NG32 1AF NG32 1AG NG32 1AH NG32 1AJ NG32 1AL NG32 1AN NG32 1AP NG32 1AQ NG32 1AS NG32 1AT NG32 1AU NG32 1AW NG32 1AX NG32 1AY NG32 1AZ NG32 1BA NG32 1BB NG32 1BD NG32 1BE NG32 1BF NG32 1BG NG32 1BH NG32 1BJ NG32 1BL NG32 1BN NG32 1BP NG32 1BS NG32 1BT NG32 1BU NG32 1BW NG32 1BX NG32 1BY NG32 1BZ NG32 1DA NG32 1DB NG32 1DD NG32 1DE NG32 1DF NG32 1DG NG32 1DH NG32 1DJ NG32 1DL NG32 1DN NG32 1DP NG32 1DQ NG32 1DR

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