Garsdale Close is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN16 2RN is located in the Ashby Lakeside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 2013-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garsdale Close, Scunthorpe, DN16 2RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 2RW, DN16 2QL, DN16 2RP, DN16 2RR, DN16 3JR, DN16 2QJ, DN16 2QH, DN16 2QP, DN16 2RQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN16 2RN is primarily male, with 54.4% of the population 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 | 48.7% | 45.6% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 51.3% | 54.4% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DN16 2RN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.4% | 53.8% | 18.4% | 37.9% | 15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 34.9% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 6.6% | -8.2% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 0.9% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (94.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.6% | 65.3% | 26.7% | 48.4% | 16.9% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 29.3% | -10.4% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 2% | -12.2% | 12.7% | -10.7% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 2RN this area, 5.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 5.8% | -19.8% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.7% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 15.5% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 3.9% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 31.1% | 20.8% | 16.9% | 14.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 34% | 18.8% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 8.5% | 1% | -7.5% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.6% | 93.3% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 93.3% | 94.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 94.6% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garsdale Close was 136.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.6% higher than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Garsdale Close has the 28th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Ashby Central and the 95th highest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 115.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Garsdale Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-07-25 | £228,385 |
| 20 Garsdale Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-02-02 | £193,375 |
| 26 Garsdale Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-09-04 | £137,112 |
| 28 Garsdale Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,250 | 2022-04-08 | £165,216 |
| 9 Garsdale Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2022-04-04 | £185,643 |
DN16 2RN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Retired | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School Redshank Drive , DN16 3FX | 3out of 4 | 449 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Primary School Cornwall Rd , Ashby DN16 3AW | 4out of 4 | 782 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Anne's Crescent , Ashby DN16 2LW | 4out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Valley Primary School Timberland , Bottesford DN16 3SL | 4out of 4 | 1,233 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | 2out of 4 | 1,951 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick Gough School Grange Lane South , Bottesford DN16 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 3,007 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire Carlton Street , DN15 6TA | 3out of 4 | 3,749 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 | 3,354 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 3,519 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 352 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Primary School Grange Lane North , DN16 1BN | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | 2out of 4 | 1,627 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Special School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NB | 4out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 3,356 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Unit G, Lakeside Retail Park | 576 yd | |
| Subway | Unit H, Lakeside Retail Park | 576 yd | |
| Burger King | Unit F, Lakeside Retail Park | 576 yd | |
| McDonalds | Lakeside Parkway | 576 yd | |
| Food Hub Scunthorpe | Unit 5, Eastgate Park, Arkwright Way | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor | Lakeside Parkway | 576 yd | |
| Queen Bess | Derwent Road | 687 yd | |
| Ashby Lodge | Ashby Lodge, Brigg Road | 887 yd | |
| Harry's Bar | 37 Ashby High Street | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great China | 12 Westerdale Road | 519 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 20 Westerdale Road | 519 yd | |
| San Do | 19 Ashby High Street | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Warehouse | Unit D, Lakeside Retail Park | 488 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Dudley Road | 830 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Peter And St Paul C Of E Primary School REDSHANK DRIVE | grass pitches | 217 yd |
| The Grange Primary School (Junior Site) Cornwall Road | grass pitches | 884 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 | 69.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.