Lincoln Gardens is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN16 2ED is located in the Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lincoln Gardens, Scunthorpe, DN16 2ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 2DX, DN16 2DQ, DN16 2DT, DN16 2AU, DN16 2AX, DN16 2EA, DN16 2AS, DN16 2DY, DN16 2DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN16 2ED has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 51.4% | 47.9% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 52.1% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.1% | 33.7% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 45.2% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.6% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 5.6% | -5.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 44% | 42.3% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 36.4% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 13.9% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 33.2% | 19.9% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 12% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 20.2% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 16.9% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 24.3% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 6.9% | 1.5% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 94.8% | 95.6% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 95.4% | 95.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 95% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.5% | 13.5% | 14.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lincoln Gardens was 77.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.0% lower than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lincoln Gardens has the 45th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Ashby Central and the 201st highest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Lincoln Gardens, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-10-25 | £172,109 |
| 72 Lincoln Gardens, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-10-20 | £182,357 |
| 70 Lincoln Gardens, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-07-08 | £153,712 |
| 76 Lincoln Gardens, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2019-05-10 | £156,017 |
| 84 Lincoln Gardens, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,500 | 2019-02-22 | £126,999 |
DN16 2ED 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 student residents living in DN16 2ED area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Gardens Primary School Lincoln Gardens , Ashby DN16 2ED | 3out of 4 | 118 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Junior Academy Brumby Queensway , DN16 2HY | 1out of 4 | 841 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Lane Community School Priory Lane , DN17 1HE | 2out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushfield Road Infant School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NA | 4out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | 2out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 449 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gough School Grange Lane South , Bottesford DN16 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire Carlton Street , DN15 6TA | 3out of 4 | 2,567 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Leggott Sixth Form College West Common Lane , DN17 1DS | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 1,434 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | 2out of 4 | 505 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Special School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NB | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Primary School Grange Lane North , DN16 1BN | 3out of 4 | 1,650 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laundry Lounge | 33 Broadway | 461 yd | |
| Smoking Goat | 35 Broadway | 464 yd | |
| Broadway Cafe | 211a Ashby High Street | 488 yd | |
| Malt Shovel | 219 Ashby High Street | 488 yd | |
| The Gourmet | 261 Ashby High Street | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby Mill Road Club | Ashby Mill Road Club, Modder Street | 428 yd | |
| The Paint Shop | 253-255 Ashby High Street | 474 yd | |
| Priory Hotel | Priory Hotel, Ashby Road | 483 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | Crown Hotel, 209 Ashby High Street | 488 yd | |
| Butlers Club | St Bernadettes Club, 346 Ashby Road | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxine's Chippy | 31 Beechway | 260 yd | |
| The Cookie People | 25 Broadway | 456 yd | |
| Aun-Tea Boba Place | 4 Collum Lane | 476 yd | |
| Sabalan Pizza | 269 Ashby High Street | 492 yd | |
| Mizaans of Ashby | 265 Ashby High Street | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 31 Broadway | 461 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 311 Ashby High Street | 543 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Ashby High Street | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Gardens Primary School LINCOLN GARDENS | grass pitches | 226 yd |
| St. Bede'S Catholic Voluntary Academy COLLUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Freaky'S Fitness Centre (Closed) 254-258 254-258 Ashby High Street | health and fitness suite | 525 yd |
| Blood Sweat And Muscle ASHBY HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Heslam Park ASHBY ROAD | grass pitches | 815 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School ANNES CRESCENT | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road | grass pitches | 1,023 yd |
| Oakfield Primary School MORECAMBE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,059 yd |
| St Hughs School BUSHFIELD ROAD | 1,085 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 | 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% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.