Birchwood Road is in Scunthorpe and in Glanford district. DN16 3HU 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 Birchwood Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 3HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 3HP, DN16 3HX, DN16 3JW, DN16 3HY, DN16 3NX, DN16 3HZ, DN16 3NE, DN16 3HR, DN16 3JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN16 3HU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 52.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.6% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 32.1% | 38.5% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 39.6% | -10.2% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 8.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 37.8% | 34.8% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 40.8% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 17.7% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 20.2% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 14.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 16.7% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 18.8% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 19.1% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.7% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 94.1% | 94.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 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 | 93.8% | 94.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Lithuania | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birchwood Road was 55.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.6% lower than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birchwood Road has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Ashby Central and the 262nd lowest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Birchwood Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2025-04-17 | £161,411 |
| 34 Birchwood Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-06-22 | £200,819 |
| 20 Birchwood Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-11-26 | £199,535 |
| 20 Birchwood Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2018-07-20 | £195,019 |
| 34 Birchwood Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2017-04-26 | £167,146 |
DN16 3HU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 DN16 3HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | 2out of 4 | 190 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willoughby Road Primary Academy Willoughby Road , DN17 2NF | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Infant School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 4out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Primary School Cornwall Rd , Ashby DN16 3AW | 4out of 4 | 1,099 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 | 702 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 2,107 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire Carlton Street , DN15 6TA | 3out of 4 | 3,743 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 | 2,028 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 2,342 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 | 877 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Park Enterprise College (11-19) Newdown Court , Newdown Road DN17 2TX | - not rated | 1,947 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 2,007 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Primary School Grange Lane North , DN16 1BN | 3out of 4 | 2,259 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Raj | 12 Cambridge Avenue | 380 yd | |
| Coffee at 43 | 43 Broadway | 670 yd | |
| Chapmans Fruit & Veg | Rear of, 212-214 Ashby High Street | 696 yd | |
| Coffee House | 236 Ashby High Street | 700 yd | |
| Carvers Fish Restaurant | 266-268 Ashby High Street | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAOB Club | Bottesford Road | 354 yd | |
| The Chancel | The Chancel, Cambridge Avenue | 380 yd | |
| The Paint Shop | 253-255 Ashby High Street | 745 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | Crown Hotel, 209 Ashby High Street | 746 yd | |
| Ashby Mill Road Club | Ashby Mill Road Club, Modder Street | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishermans Catch | 15 Bottesford Road | 593 yd | |
| China Garden | 13 Bottesford Road | 593 yd | |
| Shauns Fish & Chips | 32 Broadway | 670 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 24 Broadway | 670 yd | |
| Subway | 224-226 Ashby High Street | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 31 Broadway | 733 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 311 Ashby High Street | 789 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Ashby High Street | 1,008 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School MORECAMBE AVENUE | grass pitches | 288 yd |
| Chancel Park CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Frederick Gough School GRANGE LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Freaky'S Fitness Centre (Closed) 254-258 254-258 Ashby High Street | health and fitness suite | 698 yd |
| St. Bede'S Catholic Voluntary Academy COLLUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 992 yd |
| Blood Sweat And Muscle ASHBY HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 994 yd |
| The Grange Primary School (Junior Site) Cornwall Road | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Lincoln Gardens Primary School LINCOLN GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,037 yd |
| Holme Valley Primary School TIMBERLAND | grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.