About Gelston

Gelston is a small village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the NG32 postcode area. It is primarily a residential community, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The village is surrounded by agricultural land, giving it a rural character. Gelston is close to the larger town of Grantham, which offers additional amenities and services. The local area is suitable for those who enjoy outdoor activities, with nearby walking paths and open fields. Gelston has a small community feel, with a few local events held throughout the year that encourage neighbourly interaction. For those interested in exploring further afield, the surrounding Lincolnshire countryside provides opportunities for day trips and leisurely drives.

School Ratings in Gelston

Gelston is served by 10 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Gelston

Property prices average £394K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £398K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Gelston

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Gelston, with 3 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Gelston

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Gelston falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Gelston

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Gelston, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,601 sales

Average Price £394K
£3K — £23.25M
Detached £398K 969
Semi £234K 318
Terraced £214K 158
Flat £186K 7

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Other
The Marston Thorold's Charity Church of England School Primary Good 1.8 miles Caythorpe 2.2 miles Caythorpe Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Barkston and Syston CofE Primary School Primary 2.7 miles The Claypole Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Ancaster CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles The St Sebastian's Church of England Primary School, Great Gonerby Primary Good 4.7 miles Leadenham Church of England Academy Primary 4.7 miles Long Bennington Church of England Academy Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Gelston IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Gelston in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,979 Children (0-15) 15%
19,604 Working Age 58%
12,498 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Gelston 22 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Gelston falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

13 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Other Theft
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Shoplifting
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Lincolnshire Grantham Rural North
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ancaster Train Station 4.4 miles
Grantham Train Station 6.4 miles
Bottesford Train Station 7.5 miles
Newark Northgate Train Station 8.8 miles
Rauceby Train Station 9 miles
Newark Castle Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hough-on-the-Hill 0.9 miles Frieston 1.8 miles Marston 1.8 miles Normanton-on-Cliffe 2 miles Hougham 2 miles Brandon 2 miles Honington 2.2 miles Caythorpe 2.2 miles Carlton Scroop 2.5 miles Barkston 2.8 miles Stubton 3.1 miles Syston 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Melton
County Leicestershire
Ward Croxton Kerrial
Constituency Rutland and Melton
Parish Eaton
Region East Midlands

Streets in NG32 30 shown View all streets

A1 1 A153 1 A607 5 Abbey Lane 1 Adamstiles 1 Allington Lane 1 Allington Road 2 Angel Court 1 Arne Close 1 Arnhem Drive 2 Ash Close 1 Back Lane 4 Barkston Road 1 Bath Street 2 Belvoir Lane 1 Belvoir Road 7 Berryfield End 1 Berts Way 1 Blackberry Way 1 Blacksmiths Lane 1 Blind Lane 1 Bottesford Road 2 Bottom Street 1 Bowmans Way 2 Branston Lane 3 Brant Road 5 Bridge End Road 3 Bridge Street 1 Brookside 1 Brookside Close 1

Postcodes in NG32 50 shown View all postcodes

NG32 1AA NG32 1AB NG32 1AD NG32 1AE NG32 1AF NG32 1AG NG32 1AH NG32 1AJ NG32 1AL NG32 1AN NG32 1AP NG32 1AQ NG32 1AS NG32 1AT NG32 1AU NG32 1AW NG32 1AX NG32 1AY NG32 1AZ NG32 1BA NG32 1BB NG32 1BD NG32 1BE NG32 1BF NG32 1BG NG32 1BH NG32 1BJ NG32 1BL NG32 1BN NG32 1BP NG32 1BS NG32 1BT NG32 1BU NG32 1BW NG32 1BX NG32 1BY NG32 1BZ NG32 1DA NG32 1DB NG32 1DD NG32 1DE NG32 1DF NG32 1DG NG32 1DH NG32 1DJ NG32 1DL NG32 1DN NG32 1DP NG32 1DQ NG32 1DR