South Holland is a district in Lincolnshire, part of the East Midlands. It covers an area of around 742 square kilometres, with a mix of farmland, rivers, and small towns. The district is known for its agricultural output, particularly potatoes, flowers, and vegetables, due to its fertile soil. The River Welland runs through the area, shaping its landscape and economy.
The main towns in South Holland include Spalding, Holbeach, and Crowland. Spalding serves as the administrative centre and is home to the annual Flower Parade, reflecting the area’s horticultural heritage. The district has a network of drainage channels and dykes, a legacy of its low-lying geography. Transport links include the A16 and A17 roads, connecting it to nearby cities like Peterborough and Boston.
On average South Holland has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Holland is £39,703 per year. There are 46 schools in South Holland: 36 primary (1 Outstanding and 23 Good) and 6 secondary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good).
Crowland and Deeping St Nicholas
Donington, Quadring and Gosberton
Fleet
Gedney
Holbeach Hurn
Holbeach Town
Long Sutton
Moulton, Weston and Cowbit
Pinchbeck and Surfleet
Spalding Castle
Spalding Monks House
Spalding St John's
Spalding St Mary's
Spalding St Paul's
Spalding Wygate
Sutton Bridge
The Saints
Whaplode and Holbeach St John's