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Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial

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About

The Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial area lies in the northwestern part of Melton borough, near the Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire borders. The landscape is characterised by rolling farmland and small villages, with the River Devon flowing through the area. Bottesford serves as the largest settlement, with historic buildings like St Mary’s Church and a mix of local shops and services. The area has strong transport links, including the A52 and rail connections via Bottesford station.

Harby and Croxton Kerrial are smaller villages with rural charm, surrounded by open fields and woodland. Harby is known for its connection to Queen Eleanor of Castile, while Croxton Kerrial features the remains of a medieval priory. The area offers walking routes along the Viking Way and quiet country lanes. Farming remains a key part of the local economy, alongside commuter populations drawn to nearby towns like Melton Mowbray and Grantham.

Area overview

On average Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial is £46,700 per year. There are 9 schools in Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
6.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial Population
9,719
Population density
59.6 per km²

Demographics

British
9,355
96.24%
Other White
136
1.4%
Irish
49
0.5%
White and Asian (mixed)
32
0.33%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
31
0.32%
Total population: 9,720

Housing

Owns outright
1,867
44.4%
Owns with a mortgage
1,297
30.84%
Private landlord or letting agency
573
13.63%
Social rents from council
246
5.85%
Other forms of private rent
89
2.12%
Total households: 4,205

Property prices in Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £334,500 in Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £3,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached74£407,500
Semi-Detached35£244,500
Terraced15£250,000

10 years price trend in Bottesford, Harby & Croxton Kerrial

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Data Sources

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