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

17,592
Population
6,997
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£42,515
Avg. household income
707
Businesses
50
People per km²
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About Moorhouses

Moorhouses is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the PE22 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Surrounding Moorhouses, the landscape consists of agricultural fields and open countryside, typical of the Lincolnshire region. The local community is close-knit, with residents often engaging in village activities and events.

Nearby, you will find several amenities in the larger towns of Boston and Spalding, which are just a short drive away. These towns offer a variety of shops, restaurants, and services. Moorhouses is also conveniently situated for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside, making it a suitable base for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The area is well connected by road, providing easy access to other parts of Lincolnshire and beyond.

School Ratings in Moorhouses

Families in Moorhouses have access to 12 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Moorhouses

Homes sell for an average of £252K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £266K.

Deprivation and Employment in Moorhouses

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Moorhouses around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Local Data for Moorhouses

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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

9 Primary
2 Secondary
1 Other
Good 6
Requires improvement 2
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE22 postcode area.

New York Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.9 miles The Mareham-le-Fen Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Coningsby St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles The Barnes Wallis Academy Secondary Good 3.6 miles Tattershall Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Tattershall and Coningsby 3.9 miles Tattershall Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Gipsey Bridge Academy Primary Good 4.1 miles Stickney Church of England Primary School Primary 4.2 miles The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles William Lovell Church of England Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 4.3 miles Frithville Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.6 miles

Household Income in Moorhouses ONS 2023

The average total household income in Moorhouses 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.

Moorhouses £42,515
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Moorhouses ONS 2025

There are approximately 707 active businesses based in Moorhouses, 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 Moorhouses IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Moorhouses are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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 3 stations

Hubberts Bridge Train Station 7.8 miles
Boston Train Station 8.3 miles
Swineshead Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sandy Bank 0.9 miles Tumby Woodside 0.9 miles Reedham 1.9 miles New Bolingbroke 2 miles New York 2 miles Moor Side 2 miles Bunker's Hill 2 miles Medlam 2.5 miles Scrub Hill 2.6 miles Hundle Houses 2.6 miles Carrington 2.8 miles Tumby 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Boston
County Lincolnshire
Ward Coastal
Constituency Boston and Skegness
Parish Leverton
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Moorhouses

Of the 7,463 households in and around Moorhouses, 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 Moorhouses.

Frequently Asked Questions about Moorhouses

What is the population of Moorhouses?
Moorhouses 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 Moorhouses?
The average property in and around Moorhouses 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 Moorhouses a deprived area?
Moorhouses 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 Moorhouses?
Moorhouses is covered by the PE22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Moorhouses?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Moorhouses, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Moorhouses?
The nearest railway station to Moorhouses is Hubberts Bridge Train Station, about 7.8 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