About Upton

Upton is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the DN21 postcode area. It is situated approximately five miles south of the town of Gainsborough. The village features a selection of traditional houses and local amenities, providing a sense of community for its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Upton is also conveniently located near larger towns, allowing for easy access to additional services and facilities. The village has a primary school, making it suitable for families with young children. Overall, Upton presents a quiet lifestyle with essential amenities close at hand.

School Ratings in Upton

Upton is served by 23 schools. Gainsborough, Hemswell Cliff and Sturton Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 17 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Upton

Property prices average £177K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £92K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upton

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Burglary accounts for the highest share in Upton, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Upton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Upton 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 Upton

Most properties in Upton can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,859 sales

Average Price £177K
£500 — £6.11M
Detached £271K 2,157
Semi £146K 1,844
Terraced £92K 2,297
Flat £81K 182

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
2 Secondary
8 Other
Frances Olive Anderson Church of England (Aided) Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough Primary Good 2.7 miles Corringham CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 3 miles The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Primary 3.1 miles The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Benjamin Adlard Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles The Marton Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles White's Wood Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy Good 3.3 miles Aegir - A Specialist Academy 3.6 miles The Gainsborough Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 3.6 miles Gainsborough, Hemswell Cliff and Sturton Children's Centre Outstanding 3.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Upton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Upton 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
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,798 Children (0-15) 17%
30,130 Working Age 59%
15,704 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 40.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.8% 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 Upton 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

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

2 Burglary
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Public Order
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Gainsborough Rural South
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 4 stations

Gainsborough Lea Road Train Station 3.2 miles
Gainsborough Central Train Station 3.3 miles
Saxilby Train Station 7 miles
Kirton Lindsey Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kexby 0.9 miles Knaith Park 1.4 miles Heapham 1.4 miles Willingham by Stow 1.4 miles Springthorpe 2 miles Sturgate 2 miles Normanby by Stow 2.2 miles Lea 2.5 miles Knaith 2.8 miles Corringham 3.2 miles Stow 3.3 miles Littleborough 3.5 miles

Local Government

District West Lindsey
County Lincolnshire
Ward Gainsborough South-West
Constituency Gainsborough
Parish Gainsborough
Region East Midlands

Streets in DN21 30 shown View all streets

A631 2 Acacia Avenue 1 Acland Street 2 Adams Way 2 Adelaide Close 1 Adlington Mews 1 Aegir Close 2 Aisby Lane 1 Albany Street 2 Alderton Chase 1 Alec Rose Grove 1 Alfred Street 1 Anastasia Close 1 Anderson Road 1 Anderson Way 1 Apley Close 1 Arkwright Street 1 Arrandale 1 Arthur Road 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Grove 3 Ashcroft Road 2 Aspen Court 1 Asquith Street 2 Astley Crescent 1 Atterby Lane 2 Avenue A 1 Avenue B 1 B1400 1 Back Street 2

Postcodes in DN21 50 shown View all postcodes

DN21 1AA DN21 1AB DN21 1AD DN21 1AF DN21 1AH DN21 1AJ DN21 1AL DN21 1AN DN21 1AP DN21 1AQ DN21 1AR DN21 1AT DN21 1AU DN21 1AW DN21 1AX DN21 1AY DN21 1BA DN21 1BB DN21 1BD DN21 1BE DN21 1BF DN21 1BG DN21 1BH DN21 1BJ DN21 1BL DN21 1BN DN21 1BP DN21 1BQ DN21 1BS DN21 1BT DN21 1BU DN21 1BW DN21 1BX DN21 1BY DN21 1BZ DN21 1DA DN21 1DB DN21 1DD DN21 1DE DN21 1DF DN21 1DG DN21 1DH DN21 1DJ DN21 1DL DN21 1DN DN21 1DP DN21 1DQ DN21 1DR DN21 1DS DN21 1DT