Moving to Boston (PE22)

Lincolnshire · East Lindsey

Planning a move to PE22? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Boston area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Boston. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Boston

Based on 351 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in PE22 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£242,245
Average Price (all types)£296,374

By Property Type

Detached£258,250 (236 sales)
Semi-Detached£190,000 (61 sales)
Terraced£178,000 (21 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£155,000 (6 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Boston

Boston recorded 65% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

PE22 Total Crimes (13 months)916
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average65% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences393 (58% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour208 (51% below avg)
Public Order42 (77% below avg)
Vehicle Crime25 (81% below avg)
Shoplifting2 (99% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson80 (58% below avg)
Burglary44 (54% below avg)
Other Theft65 (63% below avg)
Drugs12 (87% below avg)
Theft from Person1 (98% below avg)
Bicycle Theft1 (96% below avg)
Possession of Weapons8 (69% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Boston

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Boston, council tax is managed by East Lindsey. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1517.25
B£40,001 – £52,000£1770.13
C£52,001 – £68,000£2023.00
D£68,001 – £88,000£2275.88
E£88,001 – £120,000£2781.63
F£120,001 – £160,000£3287.38
G£160,001 – £320,000£3793.13
H£320,001+£4551.76

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Boston

14.2 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the PE22 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)4

Green Spaces in Boston

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in PE22 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

38% of residential postcodes in PE22 have green space within walking distance, suggesting that green space access may be limited in parts of the area.

Schools in Boston

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the PE22 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Boston

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for PE22 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

5.6 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the PE22 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)67.7%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)21.8%
Gigabit capable21.8%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)3.0%

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Energy Performance in Boston

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for PE22 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score59
Total rated properties3782

Homes in PE22 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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