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 £394K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £398K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hougham

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Hougham, with 8 incidents logged in January 2026.

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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hougham

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Hougham, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,601 sales

Average Price £394K
£3K — £23.25M
Detached £398K 969
Semi £234K 318
Terraced £214K 158
Flat £186K 7

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
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

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
4,979 Children (0-15) 15%
19,604 Working Age 58%
12,498 Older (60+) 37%
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

Crime in Hougham 28 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Hougham falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Anti-social behaviour tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

8 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Other Crime
2 Other Theft
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Grantham Rural North
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

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

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