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About Sloothby
Sloothby is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the postcode area LN13. This rural area is characterised by its agricultural landscape, with fields and farmland surrounding the village. Sloothby offers a quiet lifestyle, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a slower pace away from urban centres.
The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. Nearby, visitors can explore the wider Lincolnshire countryside, which is known for its open spaces and opportunities for walking and cycling. Sloothby serves as a peaceful retreat, allowing individuals to appreciate the simplicity of village life while being close to larger towns for additional services and facilities.
School Ratings in Sloothby
Families in Sloothby have access to 10 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Sloothby
Homes sell for an average of £227K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £270K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Sloothby
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Sloothby, with 12 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Sloothby
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Sloothby within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Local Data for Sloothby
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Property Prices 1,165 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LN13 postcode area.
Household Income in Sloothby ONS 2023
The average total household income in Sloothby is approximately £37,364 a year before tax, 32% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £29,847. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £29,847.
Businesses in Sloothby ONS 2025
There are approximately 362 active businesses based in Sloothby, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Sloothby IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Sloothby experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.
Crime in Sloothby 40 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Sloothby is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Sloothby
Of the 3,988 households in and around Sloothby, 71% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Sloothby.