Letting Agents Boston

Boston is a port and market town in Lincolnshire. The town is situated on the edge of The Wash on the border of Lincolnshire and Norfolk. In the 15th century, it was the wealthiest port outside London.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, trade made Boston a centre of intellectual influence, including the Christian teachings of John Calvin, which revolutionised Boston residents’ religious beliefs. Some Bostonians joined pilgrimages to the Netherlands and the Mayflower ship to America to escape the pressure to conform to the English Church. These pilgrims founded the city of Boston, Massachusetts.

There are plenty of historic and interesting sites to explore near Boston. Take a look at some of the options here:

• The Bubble Car Museum  – this pays homage to the micro-cars of Britain’s motoring history. The museum has over 50 cars on display, and visitors can ride in a Bubblecar on selected dates.
• Boston Central Park – this is an attractive green space in the town’s centre with parks, gardens and playgrounds.
• Boston May Fair – On the 1st of May each year, the Boston streets are lined with rides, food stalls, game stalls, slides and lots more. The annual Boston May Fair is a fun-filled day out for all the family.
• St Botolph’s Church (Boston Stump) – The iconic 272-foot medieval tower stands as England’s tallest parish church tower, offering spectacular views across Lincolnshire from its viewing platform. The magnificent 14th-century St Botolph’s Church, commonly known as The Stump, dominates the town. There are spectacular views of The Wash estuary and the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds from the top of the tower. (St Botolph’s Church, PE21 6NP)
• Maud Foster Windmill – This five-sail working windmill from 1819 stands as one of England’s largest operating windmills, offering tours and freshly ground flour for sale. (Willoughby Road, PE21 9EE)
• Boston Guildhall Museum – A beautifully preserved medieval guildhall where the Pilgrim Fathers were tried, featuring exhibits about Boston’s history and connections to America. (South Street, PE21 6HT)
• Custom House – An elegant Georgian building on the waterfront that tells the story of Boston’s maritime trade, now serving as a local information centre. (South Street, PE21 6HT)
• Boston Market Place – One of England’s largest markets, operating since 1125, this historic marketplace still holds markets twice weekly. (Market Place, PE21 6EH)
• Hussey Tower – A rare surviving example of a medieval brick-built tower house, offering insights into 15th-century architecture. (Boston, PE21 6HA)
• Witham Way Country Park – A natural space following the River Witham, offering walking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities. (Tattershall Road, PE21 8SX)
• Haven Gallery – Located in a converted church, showcasing local art and hosting cultural events throughout the year. (Haven Bank, PE21 6SJ)
• Fydell House – An elegant Queen Anne-style mansion with beautiful gardens, now hosting cultural events and exhibitions. (South Street, PE21 6HU)
• Boston Belle River Trips – Boat tours along the River Witham, offering unique perspectives of the town’s historical waterfront and surrounding countryside. (Boston Grand Sluice Lock, PE21 6SJ)

Boston has several excellent schools, making the town popular with families. All primary schools in Boston (except one) are rated good or outstanding by Ofstead. The outstanding schools are Carlton Road Academy on Carlton Road, Staniland Academy on Pack Avenue, Boston West Academy on Suzzex Avenue, Wyberton Primary School and Wyberton Primary Academy on Saundergate Lane.

Boston is a selective area for secondary education. The town has two grammar schools, Boston High School (for girls) and Boston Grammar School (for boys). Both have mixed sixth forms. Haven High Academy is a co-educational secondary modern school.
St George’s Preparatory School is an independent school in a beautiful Grade II listed building that caters for children aged 3 to 11. Bridge House Independent School is a high-achieving independent school for children aged from 5 to 18 years.

If you’re looking for a more extensive list of schools, then find out more on the council website.

There are several ways to get around Boston, here are a few of the options:

• Station: Boston has a small railway station with hourly services between Skegness and Grantham. You can change at Grantham for trains to London Kings Cross, Nottingham or Sheffield.
• Cars: Boston is well connected by road to surrounding towns and cities in the local area. Lincoln and Peterborough are less than an hour away via the A17 and A16, and Nottingham is an hour and 30 minutes drive away.
• Buses: There is an extensive bus network in and around Boston, with services to surrounding areas such as Grantham and Sleaford.
• Airport: East Midlands Airport is also within easy reach. Approximately 70 miles from Boston, driving takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.

Find out more about transport options in Boston here.

The town’s medieval network of lanes is home to many independent shops, cafes and national retailers. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, there is a large traditional market. The marketplace also hosts regular craft fairs. There are two supermarkets in Boston, Asda and Tesco, and several smaller independent food shops.

Pescod Square is a town centre location featuring popular brands like Waterstones and Next, as well as local favourites such as Boston Soap. On the outskirts, Alban Retail Park features larger department stores including Oldrids & Downtown

Boston has a good-sized leisure complex with a large leisure pool, baby pool and slide. There is also a well-equipped gym, studios, sauna, steam room, spa pool and relaxation area.

Boston is a handsome, historic market town with relatively affordable housing. Starter homes can be purchased for as little as £80,000 for a one-bedroom flat, and prices for detached family homes start around £245,000. The lettings market remains strong, with increasing average rents. Prices average around £740 per month, with one bedroom flats significantly cheaper at about £540, while three bedroom properties go for  more than £800 per month.

Boston is an attractive choice for investors due to its excellent value for money. Local demand is high, and our properties are quickly rented out. Book a free no-obligation consultation to discuss your property requirements.