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Location in LincolnshireKetsby sits where the marker shows within the county.

29,999
Population
12,598
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
2
Schools nearby
£44,191
Avg. household income
1,330
Businesses
85
People per km²
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About Ketsby

Ketsby is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the LN11 postcode area. The village is surrounded by agricultural land, making it a quiet place with a rural atmosphere. The local community is close-knit, and the area is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of residents.

The village is situated not far from larger towns, providing easy access to additional services and facilities. Ketsby is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those who wish to explore the surrounding countryside or visit nearby attractions. The landscape features typical Lincolnshire scenery, with fields and hedgerows that characterise the region.

House Prices in Ketsby

The average property price is £246K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £307K.

Deprivation and Employment in Ketsby

Ketsby 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.

Property Prices 5,103 sales

Average Price £246K
£300 , £8.4M
Detached £307K 2,210
Semi £181K 1,311
Terraced £151K 1,021
Flat £104K 135

Schools & Education 2 nearby View all schools

2 Primary
Good 12
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN11 postcode area.

Household Income in Ketsby ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ketsby is approximately £44,191 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,243. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ketsby £44,191
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,243.

Businesses in Ketsby ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,330 active businesses based in Ketsby, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,330 Total businesses
44 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Ketsby IMD 2025

Ketsby 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
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 28%
4,834 Children (0-15) 16%
16,868 Working Age 56%
8,288 Older (65+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.9% 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

Location

Local Government

District East Lindsey
County Lincolnshire
Ward North Holme
Constituency Louth and Horncastle
Parish Louth
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Ketsby

Of the 13,678 households in and around Ketsby, 68% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 13% Private rented 19%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ketsby

What is the population of Ketsby?
Ketsby has a population of approximately 29,999 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ketsby?
The average property in and around Ketsby sold for about £245,903, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 30% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ketsby a deprived area?
Ketsby 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 Ketsby?
Ketsby is covered by the LN11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ketsby?
There are 2 schools within easy reach of Ketsby, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.