Chestnut Way is in Scunthorpe and in Scunthorpe district. DN16 2EX is located in the Ashby Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chestnut Way, Scunthorpe, DN16 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 2EY, DN16 2HE, DN16 2EU, DN16 2HB, DN16 2HL, DN16 2NA, DN16 2ET, DN16 2HA, DN16 2ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN16 2EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.8% | 51.3% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 45.2% | 48.7% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 29.5% | 34.3% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 37.2% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.2% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 15.7% | 13% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.9% | 38.3% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 32.6% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 19% | 17.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 9.2% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
In the area around DN16 2EX this area, 30.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.8% | 30.1% | -19.7% | 18.2% | 11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 15% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 21.4% | 9.9% | 13.4% | 8.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.2% | 11.2% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 14.1% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -19.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.9% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 94.6% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.9% | 96.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 96.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.2% | 76.7% | -13.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 33.7% | 13.5% | 20.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Way was 119.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.8% lower than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Way has the 34th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Ashby Central and the 113th highest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Chestnut Way, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2025-01-24 | £160,396 |
| 21 Chestnut Way, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2022-06-27 | £159,569 |
| 56 Chestnut Way, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-02-15 | £161,958 |
| 31 Chestnut Way, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-07-16 | £114,396 |
| 21 Chestnut Way, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2020-07-16 | £132,491 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 429 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Junior Academy Brumby Queensway , DN16 2HY | 1out of 4 | 521 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushfield Road Infant School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NA | 4out of 4 | 825 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Anne's Crescent , Ashby DN16 2LW | 4out of 4 | 879 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Primary School Cornwall Rd , Ashby DN16 3AW | 4out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 563 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gough School Grange Lane South , Bottesford DN16 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,670 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire Carlton Street , DN15 6TA | 3out of 4 | 2,199 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 | 1,570 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 1,625 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 | 700 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Special School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NB | 4out of 4 | 807 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Primary School Grange Lane North , DN16 1BN | 3out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 1,589 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,651 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amara Care | 145 Cherry Grove | 536 yd | |
| Salvation Army Centre | 187 Ashby High Street | 780 yd | |
| Broadway Cafe | 211a Ashby High Street | 812 yd | |
| Malt Shovel | 219 Ashby High Street | 812 yd | |
| Munch Corner Cafe | 74 Old Brumby Street | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleby Frodingham Works Athletic Club | Cemetery Road | 607 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | Crown Hotel, 209 Ashby High Street | 812 yd | |
| Comet Hotel | Comet Hotel, East Common Lane | 820 yd | |
| Ashby Mill Road Club | Ashby Mill Road Club, Modder Street | 841 yd | |
| Heslam Park Club | Heslam Park, Ashby Road | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxine's Chippy | 31 Beechway | 230 yd | |
| Canton | 136 Healey Road | 667 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 138 Healey Road | 667 yd | |
| Aun-Tea Boba Place | 4 Collum Lane | 810 yd | |
| Man Lee Takeaway | 190 East Common Lane | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 31 Broadway | 859 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Ashby High Street | 914 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 311 Ashby High Street | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Bede'S Catholic Voluntary Academy COLLUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Lincoln Gardens Primary School LINCOLN GARDENS | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Appleby Froddingham Social Club CEMETERY ROAD | golf, grass pitches | 737 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School ANNES CRESCENT | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Blood Sweat And Muscle ASHBY HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 816 yd |
| Heslam Park ASHBY ROAD | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| St Hughs School BUSHFIELD ROAD | 856 yd | |
| Freaky'S Fitness Centre (Closed) 254-258 254-258 Ashby High Street | health and fitness suite | 967 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.