Foxglove Close is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN16 3JU is located in the Ashby Lakeside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 2016-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foxglove Close, Scunthorpe, DN16 3JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 3BQ, DN16 3AY, DN16 3BH, DN16 3BG, DN16 3FU, DN16 3DD, DN16 3BB, DN16 2QD, DN16 3AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN16 3JU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 53.8% | 48.2% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 46.2% | 51.8% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 35.2% | 38.4% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 39.3% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 12.9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 48.8% | 46% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 32.2% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 14.4% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 6% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
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 13.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 19% | -14.0% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.8% | 11.1% | -12.7% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 23.5% | 6.3% | 13.4% | 10.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 8.8% | 7.0% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 19.5% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 13.3% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -20.5% |
| Other | 4% | 4.9% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 98% | 91.9% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 97% | 92.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 92.2% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.5% | 76.7% | -6.2% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.8% | 13.5% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foxglove Close was 166.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.6% higher than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Foxglove Close has the 23rd highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Ashby Central and the 72nd highest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 101.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Foxglove Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2023-12-12 | £183,612 |
| 5 Foxglove Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2023-12-12 | £183,612 |
| 2 Foxglove Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-01-15 | £130,615 |
| 1 Foxglove Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-12-19 | £131,274 |
| 3 Foxglove Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-12-19 | £131,274 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Primary School Cornwall Rd , Ashby DN16 3AW | 4out of 4 | 334 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Valley Primary School Timberland , Bottesford DN16 3SL | 4out of 4 | 690 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy Anne's Crescent , Ashby DN16 2LW | 4out of 4 | 1,032 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School Redshank Drive , DN16 3FX | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | 2out of 4 | 1,297 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 | 491 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 2,485 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire Carlton Street , DN15 6TA | 3out of 4 | 3,770 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 | 2,880 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 3,102 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 | 458 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | 2out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Primary School Grange Lane North , DN16 1BN | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Special School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NB | 4out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 2,874 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby Bowl | 170 Grange Lane South | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Bess | Derwent Road | 606 yd | |
| Harry's Bar | 37 Ashby High Street | 742 yd | |
| The Beckwood | The Beckwood, Holme Hall Avenue | 964 yd | |
| RAOB Club | Bottesford Road | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great China | 12 Westerdale Road | 281 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 20 Westerdale Road | 281 yd | |
| San Do | 19 Ashby High Street | 742 yd | |
| Sopranos | 49 Holme Hall Avenue | 964 yd | |
| Tasty Takeaway | 47 Holme Hall Avenue | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi, Ashby High Street | 808 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Grange Primary School (Junior Site) Cornwall Road | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Frederick Gough School GRANGE LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 620 yd |
| Holme Valley Primary School TIMBERLAND | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| St Peter And St Paul C Of E Primary School REDSHANK DRIVE | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Blood Sweat And Muscle ASHBY HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 914 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School ANNES CRESCENT | grass pitches | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.