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Living in Marton (West Lindsey): Liveability Score 32/100

Last updated 7 August 2026

Marton (West Lindsey) scores 32/100 overall, across 9 scored categories. The biggest shortfall against other towns is broadband: 10/100 versus a median of 60/100. Among the 16 scored places sharing the DN21 postcode district, Marton (West Lindsey) ranks 12th.

Against the wider DN21 district average of 38/100, that is 6 points below. That sits 18 points below the UK-wide average of 50, putting it in the bottom 10% of the towns and villages we score. Also scoring 80 or better: safety (88). For the surrounding area, see DN21 postcode district.

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
88
143.9 crimes per 1,000 residents · last 12 months Above the England & Wales average of 94.3
Crime rate vs national average · last 12 months
Violence and sexual offences 35 crimes
↑ 92% above national average
Anti-social behaviour 19 crimes
↑ 128% above national average
Criminal damage and arson 10 crimes
↑ 168% above national average
Vehicle crime 3 crimes
↑ 15% above national average
Drugs 3 crimes
↑ 67% above national average
other 9 crimes
Highest-crime locations
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  1. 1 A156 24 crimes
  2. 2 Main Street 15 crimes
  3. 3 Gainsborough Road 6 crimes

Source: data.police.uk · England & Wales only

Environment
55
Air Quality NO₂ 4.718 · PM2.5 6.966 · PM10 12.361 µg/m³
73
Green Space 12
Parks None
Sports Pitches Some 1
Allotments None
Golf Courses None
Tennis Courts None
Bowling Greens Some 1
Playgrounds Some 2

Services

Schools
6
1 school in area
1Good
  • The Marton AcademyPrimary · inspected 2022
    Good
Healthcare
3
A&E departmentsLincoln County Hospital10.9 mi
Bassetlaw Hospital15.1 mi
Scunthorpe General Hospital18 mi
Hospital waitsLincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust4.9 mi
Routine referral (median)5 wks
Treated within 18 weeks100%
Nearest GP surgeryWillingham-by-Stow Surgery2.7 mi
GP capacity2,267 patients per GP
0dentists0pharmacies

Score reflects proximity to CQC-rated GP surgeries and hospitals, not facility count. Dentists and pharmacies are shown for context but don't affect the score.

Broadband
10
Full fibre (FTTP)63.1%
available across West Lindsey
Gigabit-capable · incl. cable
5.7%
Ultrafast (300+ Mbps)
5.7%
Superfast (30+ Mbps)
98.4%
Ofcom Connected Nations · 21 postcodes · full fibre at local-authority level

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
49
Employment rate36.1%
Below the Great Britain average of 57.3% of residents aged 16+
Economic activity (16+)
Employed36.1%Unemployed1.4%Retired51.6%Student2.2%Other inactive8.8%
Occupation mix
Professional & managerial33.5%Skilled & technical38.2%Routine & elementary28.3%
Highest qualification (16+)
No qualifications25.9%Level 1 (1–4 GCSEs)10.6%Level 2 (5+ GCSEs)11.6%Level 3 (A levels)15.8%Level 4+ (degree & above)23.5%Apprenticeship9.2%Other (incl. vocational)3.4%
Home ownership85.1%
Among the most-deprived 28% of areas in England
Census 2021/22 (Great Britain) · deprivation: IoD 2025 / SIMD
Bills
58
Council tax West Lindsey · 2026-27
A £1,569
B £1,831
C £2,092
D £2,354
E £2,877
F £3,400
G £3,923
H £4,708
Energy Yorkshire region
Typical bill regional £1,641/yr
Ofgem price cap, GB average · Apr–Jun 2026
Typical home efficiency local EPC band D
Water Yorkshire Water
Average bill regional £437/yr
Combined water & sewerage · GB average £520

Transport

Transport
10
Gainsborough Lea Road 4.3 mi
Gainsborough Central 5.1 mi
Saxilby 5.2 mi
J34 A1(M) 13.9 mi
J34 A1 14.4 mi
J3 M180 15.9 mi

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
9
Pubs & Bars Some 1
Restaurants & Cafes None
Supermarkets & Convenience None
Retail Shopping Some 2
Takeaways None
Fitness None

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House Prices

Not enough recent sales

Fewer than 10 sales were recorded in Marton (West Lindsey) in the last 12 months, which isn't enough for a reliable median. Smaller villages often fall below this in any given year. Figures come from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and are updated monthly, so this may fill in later.

Nearby places

Cottam (Bassetlaw) 25 2.3 mi away ⇄
Torksey Lock 33 2.5 mi away ⇄
Stow (West Lindsey) 40 2.6 mi away ⇄
Willingham by Stow 41 2.6 mi away ⇄
Sturton by Stow 37 3.1 mi away ⇄
Kexby 43 3.1 mi away ⇄
Lea (West Lindsey) 37 3.1 mi away ⇄
North Leverton with Habblesthorpe 36 3.3 mi away ⇄
Rampton (Bassetlaw) 22 3.4 mi away ⇄
Upton (West Lindsey) 38 3.5 mi away ⇄
South Leverton 23 3.6 mi away ⇄
Sturton le Steeple 35 3.7 mi away ⇄

Frequently asked questions

Is Marton (West Lindsey) a nice place to live?

Marton (West Lindsey) has some challenges compared to many UK areas. Our liveability score for Marton (West Lindsey) is 32/100, placing it among a below-average areas in the UK across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, broadband, lifestyle, economic health, and bills.

How safe is Marton (West Lindsey)?

Marton (West Lindsey) is a relatively safe area to live. Our safety score is 88/100. There were 79 crimes recorded in the area over the past 12 months.

What are the best schools in Marton (West Lindsey)?

Among the top-rated schools in Marton (West Lindsey) is The Marton Academy, rated Good by Ofsted. There are 1 rated schools in Marton (West Lindsey) in total.

Marton (West Lindsey) in context

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Postcode districts in Marton (West Lindsey)

DN21 38 ⇄

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