Nuffield Close is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN16 3JZ is located in the Bottesford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nuffield Close, Scunthorpe, DN16 3JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 3LA, DN16 3JT, DN16 3NA, DN16 3QH, DN16 3LB, DN16 3LZ, DN16 3QJ, DN16 3NX, DN16 3NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN16 3JZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DN16 3JZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.4% | 19.1% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 62.6% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 7.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 8.9% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 40% | 42.3% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 33.8% | -5.1% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 16% | 18.8% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.6% | 16.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 12.7% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.2% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 24.1% | 12.9% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 24.9% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 4% | 1.7% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.1% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 95.6% | 95.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 95.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.2% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nuffield Close was 8.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.5% lower than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Nuffield Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 101 local areas in Ashby Central and the 20th lowest crime rate of 535 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Nuffield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-08-21 | £219,574 |
| 21 Nuffield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-12-09 | £142,764 |
| 12 Nuffield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-10-27 | £155,572 |
| 9 Nuffield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-09-21 | £144,677 |
| 1 Nuffield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2021-07-09 | £212,037 |
DN16 3JZ 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 retired residents living in DN16 3JZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunway Infant School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | - not rated | 466 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | - not rated | 555 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | 3out of 4 | 555 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Valley Primary School Timberland , Bottesford DN16 3SL | - not rated | 835 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Infant School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | - not rated | 849 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 556 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Leys Business and Enterprise College Enderby Road , DN17 2JL | - not rated | 1,703 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,928 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,392 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 | - not rated | 1,150 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pledge2Learn Bottesford Town Football Club , Ontario Road DN17 2TQ | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Park Enterprise College (11-19) Newdown Court , Newdown Road DN17 2TX | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tle Independent School Grange Farm Hobbies Centre, Wesley Road , DN16 1SA | - not rated | 2,084 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 263 yd | |
| Ashby Bowl | 170 Grange Lane South | 967 yd | |
| Coffee at 43 | 43 Broadway | 969 yd | |
| Chapmans Fruit & Veg | Rear of, 212-214 Ashby High Street | 982 yd | |
| Coffee House | 236 Ashby High Street | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chancel | The Chancel, Cambridge Avenue | 263 yd | |
| RAOB Club | Bottesford Road | 616 yd | |
| The Beckwood | The Beckwood, Holme Hall Avenue | 742 yd | |
| Black Beauty | Black Beauty, Keddington Road | 820 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | Crown Hotel, 209 Ashby High Street | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messingham Road Fisheries | 306 Messingham Road | 712 yd | |
| Sopranos | 49 Holme Hall Avenue | 742 yd | |
| Tasty Takeaway | 47 Holme Hall Avenue | 742 yd | |
| Fishermans Catch | 15 Bottesford Road | 875 yd | |
| China Garden | 13 Bottesford Road | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 31 Broadway | 1,032 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 311 Ashby High Street | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chancel Park CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Frederick Gough School GRANGE LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 535 yd |
| Oakfield Primary School MORECAMBE AVENUE | grass pitches | 543 yd |
| Holme Valley Primary School TIMBERLAND | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Freaky'S Fitness Centre (Closed) 254-258 254-258 Ashby High Street | health and fitness suite | 1,000 yd |
| The Grange Primary School (Junior Site) Cornwall Road | grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 46.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.