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About

Legbourne ward encompasses a rural area centred around the village of Legbourne itself, along with the smaller settlements of Yarburgh and North Reston. The landscape is predominantly agricultural, characterised by open farmland and gently rolling fields typical of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The area maintains a quiet, residential character with local services focused on community needs.

A notable historical feature is Legbourne Priory, a former nunnery whose remnants contribute to the local heritage. The ward's structure is defined by the A157 road, which connects it to the nearby market town of Louth. This setting provides a distinctly pastoral environment, with footpaths and country lanes facilitating access to the surrounding farmland and quiet countryside.

Area overview

On average Legbourne has average deprivation and high crime levels, with around 140 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.5× the East Midlands average of 96 per 1,000. Approximately 4.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Legbourne is £45,302 per year. The median sale price in Legbourne is £390,000 (around £220 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £213,000 and £460,000. There are 1 schools in Legbourne: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Legbourne is home to around 2,170 people, with a population density of about 14.1 per km².

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

140

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Legbourne Population

2,170

Population density

14.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

67.28(+95%)

Anti-social behaviour

54.38(+222%)

Criminal damage and arson

18.43(+148%)

Other theft

15.67(+175%)

Burglary

9.22(+177%)

East Midlands average

Demographics

British

2,104

96.96%

Other White

0.97%

Irish

0.46%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.37%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.32%

Total population: 2,170

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

557

29.98%

No qualifications

332

17.87%

Level 3 (A level)

328

17.65%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

281

15.12%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

185

9.96%

Total 16+ residents: 1,858

Housing

Owns outright

492

51.14%

Owns with a mortgage

203

21.1%

Private landlord or letting agency

155

16.11%

Other forms of private rent

5.41%

Other social rented

4.89%

Total households: 962

Property prices in Legbourne

Median price: £390,000

Price per sq ft: £220

Sales (last 12 months): 25

Typical range (middle 50%): £213K – £460K

Based on 25 recent sales, the median property price is £390,000 (about £220 per square foot) in Legbourne area, with individual transactions ranging from £163,000 up to £735,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Legbourne over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	18	£439,500	£252	£207,750	£375,875	£470,038	£701,000
Semi-Detached	6	£201,500	£200	£173,750	£186,250	£244,500	£363,750
Terraced	1	£163,000	£213	£163,000	£163,000	£163,000	£163,000

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Legbourne

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Legbourne.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached
2016	£265,000	£185,300
2017	£221,350	£158,500
2018	£304,950	£182,000
2019	£310,000	£164,000
2020	£300,000	£205,000
2021	£332,500	£195,000
2022	£365,000	£240,000
2023	£389,500	£195,000
2024	£350,000	£190,000
2025	£380,000	£190,000
2026	£420,000	£234,000

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Legbourne.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached
2016	£168	£179
2017	£173	£172
2018	£183	£183
2019	£195	£168
2020	£193	£189
2021	£226	£157
2022	£274	£323
2023	£254	£149
2024	£265	£238
2025	£270	£203
2026	£236	£194

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for East Lindsey district.

Band A£1,517

Band B£1,770

Band C£2,023

Band D£2,276

Band E£2,782

Band F£3,287

Band G£3,793

Band H£4,552

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Legbourne ward.

Local councillors

Adam Grist

Legbourne - Elected 4 May 2023

Conservative

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About

Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Legbourne

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Legbourne

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

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