Dorset Close West is in Burton Upon Stather, Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN15 9EL is located in the Burton upon Stather & Winterton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brigg and Goole. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dorset Close West, Burton Upon Stather, Scunthorpe, DN15 9EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN15 9EH, DN15 9EJ, DN15 9EN, DN15 9ER, DN15 9EP, DN15 9HN, DN15 9DZ, DN15 9EA, DN15 9EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN15 9EL has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 48% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 47.5% | 52% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DN15 9EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 14.2% | 14.2% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -23.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.6% | 71.5% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 27.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.1% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35% | 36.7% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 38.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 18.9% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.5% | 17.4% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 11.5% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.2% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.6% | 11.1% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 15.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 27.7% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.4% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.3% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 66.2% | 46.2% | 20.0% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dorset Close West was 10.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.0% lower than the Burringham & Gunness average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dorset Close West has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Burringham & Gunness and the 16th lowest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Dorset Close West, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2025-08-29 | £203,407 |
| 7 Dorset Close West, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-02-10 | £205,427 |
| 1 Dorset Close West, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-12-04 | £230,299 |
| 3 Dorset Close West, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2006-05-22 | £232,822 |
| 2 Dorset Close West, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2003-10-17 | £211,862 |
DN15 9EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DN15 9EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton-upon-Stather Primary School Flixborough Road , Burton-upon-Stather DN15 9HB | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alkborough Primary School Whitton Road , Alkborough DN15 9JG | 4out of 4 | 4,694 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Luddington & Garthorpe Primary High Street , Luddington DN17 4QP | 3out of 4 | 4,985 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AALPS College Winterton Road , Roxby DN15 0BJ | - not rated | 4,726 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Restaurant | Ferry House Inn, 121 Stather Road | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Arms | Sheffield Arms, High Street | 425 yd | |
| Westlands Club | Todds Lane | 466 yd | |
| Ferry House Inn | Ferry House Inn, 121 Stather Road | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mai Ling Chinese Takeaway | 24 High Street | 426 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burton Playing Fields WILTSHIRE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 476 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.