About Welton le Marsh

Welton le Marsh is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the PE23 postcode area. The village is situated near the town of Spilsby and is surrounded by agricultural land, providing a peaceful rural atmosphere. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents and visitors alike. The village features traditional English architecture, including a parish church that adds to its character. Welton le Marsh is also conveniently located for those wishing to explore the nearby coastal areas, such as Skegness and Mablethorpe, which are just a short drive away. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a suitable spot for those seeking a quiet retreat.

School Ratings in Welton le Marsh

Families in Welton le Marsh have access to 14 local schools. Spilsby, Horncastle and Tattershall Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Welton le Marsh

Homes sell for an average of £318K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £284K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Welton le Marsh

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Welton le Marsh, with 5 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Welton le Marsh

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Welton le Marsh 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Welton le Marsh

Broadband services in Welton le Marsh range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,494 sales

Average Price £318K
£500 — £109.57M
Detached £284K 909
Semi £157K 201
Terraced £137K 225
Flat £79K 11

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
3 Secondary
3 Other
St Helena's Church of England Primary Academy, Willoughby Primary 2.2 miles The St Peter and St Paul C of E Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Great Steeping Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.4 miles Partney Church of England Aided Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Halton Holegate CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Hogsthorpe Primary Academy Primary Good 4.5 miles Alford Children's Centre 4.5 miles Alford Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College Secondary Good 4.6 miles Queen Elizabeth's Grammar Alford - A Selective Academy Secondary Good 4.7 miles Spilsby, Horncastle and Tattershall Children's Centre Outstanding 4.8 miles Spilsby Primary School Primary 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Welton le Marsh IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Welton le Marsh 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.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
5/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
2,200 Children (0-15) 13%
9,606 Working Age 57%
6,976 Older (60+) 41%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 41.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.8% 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 Welton le Marsh 31 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Welton le Marsh are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

10 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
2 Public Order
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Alford
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 3 stations

Thorpe Culvert Train Station 4.8 miles
Havenhouse Train Station 6.1 miles
Skegness Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hasthorpe 0.9 miles Orby 1.4 miles Candlesby 1.4 miles Gunby 1.4 miles Sloothby 1.8 miles Scremby 2 miles Habertoft 2 miles Willoughby 2 miles Claxby St Andrew 2.2 miles Grebby 2.5 miles Bratoft 2.5 miles Skendleby 2.6 miles

Local Government

District East Lindsey
County Lincolnshire
Ward Halton Holegate
Constituency Louth and Horncastle
Parish East Keal
Region East Midlands

Streets in PE23 30 shown View all streets

A158 2 A16 4 Alford Road 1 Ancaster Avenue 6 Asgarby Road 1 Ashby Meadows 1 Ashby Road 5 Aswardby Road 2 Atkinsons Lane 1 B1195 7 B1196 1 Back Lane 4 Baker's Lane 2 Bartons Lane 2 Bassingham Lane 1 Beck Lane 1 Bedlings Close 1 Blacksmith Lane 1 Blacksmiths Lane 1 Blind Lane 1 Bluestone Heath Road 1 Bond Hays Lane 2 Boston Road 8 Braygate Lane 1 Brickyard Lane 2 Bridge Road 1 Brinkhill Road 1 Brun Balderston Close 1 Bullingbrook Street 2 Chalk Pit Lane 1

Postcodes in PE23 50 shown View all postcodes

PE23 4AB PE23 4AE PE23 4AF PE23 4AG PE23 4AH PE23 4AJ PE23 4AL PE23 4AP PE23 4AQ PE23 4AR PE23 4AS PE23 4AT PE23 4AU PE23 4AX PE23 4AY PE23 4AZ PE23 4BA PE23 4BB PE23 4BD PE23 4BE PE23 4BF PE23 4BG PE23 4BH PE23 4BJ PE23 4BL PE23 4BP PE23 4BS PE23 4BT PE23 4BU PE23 4BX PE23 4BY PE23 4BZ PE23 4DA PE23 4DB PE23 4DD PE23 4DE PE23 4DJ PE23 4DL PE23 4DN PE23 4DP PE23 4DR PE23 4DS PE23 4DT PE23 4DU PE23 4DW PE23 4DX PE23 4EA PE23 4EB PE23 4ED PE23 4EE