Post Office Lane is in Whitton, Scunthorpe and in Glanford district. DN15 9LF 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 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Post Office Lane, Whitton, Scunthorpe, DN15 9LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN15 9LG, DN15 9LJ, DN15 9LL, DN15 9LH, DN15 9LQ, DN15 9LN, DN15 9LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN15 9LF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.1% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.9% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 9LF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.3% 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 | 18.8% | 20.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.6% | 64.3% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 20.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 9.7% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 42% | 44% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 38% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 12% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 17.7% | 16.2% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 7.6% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 14.6% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.1% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 23.7% | 12.7% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 30.8% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.4% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99.5% | 96.6% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 96.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Post Office Lane was 33.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.6% lower than the Burton upon Stather & Winterton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Post Office Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Burton upon Stather & Winterton and the 160th lowest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Post Office Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-09-20 | £151,884 |
| Christmas Cottage Post Office Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2023-08-23 | £113,242 |
| Amen Cottage Post Office Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2017-10-20 | £133,543 |
| Christmas Cottage Post Office Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2016-09-19 | £88,804 |
| Pear Tree Cottage Post Office Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2016-05-20 | £325,861 |
DN15 9LF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9LF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkborough Primary School Whitton Road , Alkborough DN15 9JG | 4out of 4 | 3,267 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winteringham Primary School School Road , Winteringham DN15 9NL | 4out of 4 | 3,921 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunsley Primary Bluebird Way , HU15 1XB | 3out of 4 | 5,318 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brough Primary School Springfield Avenue , HU15 1AE | 3out of 4 | 5,448 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.