Spilsby ward is located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, covering the market town of Spilsby and surrounding rural areas. The town serves as a local hub for nearby villages, offering essential services, shops, and a weekly market. The area is characterised by its agricultural landscape, with farmland and small settlements dominating the surroundings.
Historically, Spilsby has connections to notable figures such as Sir John Franklin, the Arctic explorer. The ward includes parts of the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing scenic walking and cycling routes. Infrastructure includes primary and secondary schools, healthcare facilities, and good road links to larger towns like Skegness and Horncastle. The ward maintains a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, reflecting its rural market town identity.
On average Spilsby has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Spilsby is £32,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Spilsby: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).