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43,014
Population
17,659
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£51,620
Avg. household income
1,506
Businesses
101
People per km²
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About Swarby

Swarby is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the NG34 postcode area. It is situated approximately six miles south of the market town of Sleaford. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the rural landscape.

The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, reflecting its development over the years. Local residents often engage in community activities, fostering a sense of belonging among those who live there. Swarby is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient location for those who may wish to commute for work or leisure.

School Ratings in Swarby

Swarby is served by 15 schools. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Swarby

Property prices average £239K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £297K.

Deprivation and Employment in Swarby

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Swarby 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 Swarby

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Property Prices 6,906 sales

Average Price £239K
£2K , £13.2M
Detached £297K 3,210
Semi £183K 2,084
Terraced £149K 1,130
Flat £94K 195

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
3 Secondary
4 Other
Good 18

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG34 postcode area.

Compass Community School Lincolnshire Not applicable Good 2 miles Osbournby Primary School Primary 2 miles St Botolph's C of E Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy Secondary 3.4 miles Willow School Not applicable Good 3.5 miles St George's Academy Secondary Good 3.5 miles Sleaford Joint Sixth Form Not applicable 3.6 miles Sleaford, Billinghay and Caythorpe Children's Centre Good 3.6 miles Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 3.6 miles Church Lane Primary School & Nursery Primary 3.7 miles Rauceby Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Carre's Grammar School Secondary Good 3.8 miles

Household Income in Swarby ONS 2023

The average total household income in Swarby is approximately £51,620 a year before tax, 7% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,738. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Swarby £51,620
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,738.

Businesses in Swarby ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,506 active businesses based in Swarby, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,506 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Swarby IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Swarby 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
7,152 Children (0-15) 17%
25,774 Working Age 60%
10,083 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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

Rauceby Train Station 1.5 miles
Sleaford Train Station 3.4 miles
Ancaster Train Station 4.5 miles
Heckington Train Station 6.6 miles
Ruskington Train Station 6.7 miles
Grantham Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Culverthorpe 1.2 miles Aunsby 1.2 miles Aswarby 1.4 miles Silk Willoughby 1.4 miles Osbournby 1.8 miles Dembleby 1.9 miles Scott Willoughby 2 miles Greylees 2 miles Aisby 2.2 miles Newton 2.5 miles Oasby 2.6 miles Heydour 2.6 miles

Local Government

District North Kesteven
County Lincolnshire
Ward Osbournby
Constituency Sleaford and North Hykeham
Parish Scredington
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Swarby

Of the 18,920 households in and around Swarby, 70% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 12% Private rented 18%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Swarby

What is the population of Swarby?
Swarby has a population of approximately 43,014 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Swarby?
The average property in and around Swarby sold for about £239,204, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Swarby a deprived area?
Swarby 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 Swarby?
Swarby is covered by the NG34 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Swarby?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Swarby, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Swarby?
The nearest railway station to Swarby is Rauceby Train Station, about 1.5 miles away.

Streets in NG34 30 shown View all streets

A15 8 A17 4 A52 4 Abbey Road 1 Acacia Close 1 Acre Lane 1 Aidan Road 1 Airship Road 1 Albion Terrace 1 Alder Road 2 Alexandra Road 1 Alexandra Square 1 Alfred Close 1 All Saints Close 1 All Saints Grove 1 Allen Close 3 Almond Walk 1 Ambleside Close 1 Amethyst Close 1 Ancaster Drive 2 Anglia Close 2 Anwick Drive 2 Anwick Road 2 Ark Royal Court 1 Arnhem Avenue 1 Arran Close 1 Asgarby Road 2 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashfield Road 1 Ashtree Close 1

Postcodes in NG34 50 shown View all postcodes

NG34 0AA NG34 0AB NG34 0AD NG34 0AE NG34 0AF NG34 0AG NG34 0AH NG34 0AJ NG34 0AL NG34 0AN NG34 0AP NG34 0AQ NG34 0AR NG34 0AS NG34 0AT NG34 0AU NG34 0AW NG34 0AX NG34 0AY NG34 0AZ NG34 0BA NG34 0BB NG34 0BD NG34 0BE NG34 0BF NG34 0BG NG34 0BH NG34 0BJ NG34 0BL NG34 0BN NG34 0BP NG34 0BQ NG34 0BS NG34 0BT NG34 0BU NG34 0BW NG34 0BX NG34 0BY NG34 0BZ NG34 0DA NG34 0DB NG34 0DD NG34 0DE NG34 0DF NG34 0DG NG34 0DH NG34 0DJ NG34 0DL NG34 0DN NG34 0DP