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About

Boston is a market town in Lincolnshire, part of the East Midlands. It lies along the River Witham, roughly 35 miles east of Nottingham. The town has a historic port and is known for its agricultural trade, particularly in vegetables and flowers. Boston's economy has traditionally been tied to farming and food processing, with several industrial estates supporting local businesses.

The town features landmarks like St Botolph's Church, often called "The Stump" due to its tall tower. Boston also has a mix of Georgian and Victorian architecture in its town center. The area is connected by rail and road, making it accessible for commuting and trade. Surrounding farmland and waterways contribute to its rural character while maintaining links to larger urban centers.

Area overview

On average Boston has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Boston is £39,549 per year. There are 31 schools in Boston: 19 primary (4 Outstanding and 11 Good) and 5 secondary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

16.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Boston Population

70,502

Population density

193.7 per km²

Demographics

British

52,540

74.52%

Other White

13,697

19.43%

Other

728

1.03%

Indian

606

0.86%

African

357

0.51%

Total population: 70,505

Housing

Owns outright

9,967

33.9%

Owns with a mortgage

7,338

24.96%

Private landlord or letting agency

5,425

18.45%

Other social rented

3,757

12.78%

Social rents from council

1,969

6.7%

Total households: 29,404

Property prices in Boston

Based on 701 recent sales, the median property price is £206,000 in Boston area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £740,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	410	£255,250	£157,285	£210,250	£301,500	£425,000
Flats	24	£84,575	£61,600	£70,000	£95,500	£125,000
Semi-Detached	172	£166,500	£89,632	£145,750	£190,750	£244,450
Terraced	95	£130,000	£84,515	£109,975	£155,000	£183,350

10 years price trend in Boston

All wards in Boston

Coastal

Fenside

Fishtoft

Five Village

Kirton and Frampton

Old Leake and Wrangle

Skirbeck

Staniland

Station

St Thomas'

Swineshead and Holland Fen

Trinity

West

Witham

Wyberton

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail