Cambridge Avenue is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN16 3PD is located in the Bottesford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cambridge Avenue, Scunthorpe, DN16 3PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 3PH, DN16 3PE, DN16 3PN, DN16 3PL, DN16 3PR, DN16 3PS, DN16 3PP, DN16 3PG, DN16 3PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN16 3PD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 54% | 53.1% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 46% | 46.9% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 3PD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 17.1% | 19.4% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 61.6% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 40.5% | 43.6% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 42.4% | 35.4% | -7.0% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 15.1% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 16.7% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 9.9% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 17.9% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 9.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 19.8% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 24.7% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.1% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 98.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.7% | 97.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.5% | 37.2% | -7.7% |
| Christian | 65.9% | 46.2% | 19.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cambridge Avenue was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.2% lower than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Cambridge Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 101 local areas in Ashby Central and the 5th lowest crime rate of 535 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Cambridge Avenue, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-08-12 | £318,208 |
| 64 Cambridge Avenue, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-03-28 | £269,818 |
| 32 Cambridge Avenue, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,950 | 2025-03-26 | £179,289 |
| 30 Cambridge Avenue, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-03-10 | £158,844 |
| 42 Cambridge Avenue, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-01-24 | £333,605 |
DN16 3PD 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 3PD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Infant School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | - not rated | 328 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 3out of 4 | 429 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunway Infant School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | - not rated | 893 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Valley Primary School Timberland , Bottesford DN16 3SL | - not rated | 964 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 997 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 | 1,023 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Leys Business and Enterprise College Enderby Road , DN17 2JL | - not rated | 1,702 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | - not rated | 1,856 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 2,312 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 | 2,787 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pledge2Learn Bottesford Town Football Club , Ontario Road DN17 2TQ | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Park Enterprise College (11-19) Newdown Court , Newdown Road DN17 2TX | - not rated | 1,645 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | - not rated | 1,726 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Act Fast NL Ltd Kieradan Park , North Moor Lane DN17 3PS | - not rated | 2,398 yd | Other independent special school | No | 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 | 542 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | Dolphin Inn, Messingham Road | 572 yd | |
| Cafe Natura | Visitor Centre, Messingham Road | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chancel | The Chancel, Cambridge Avenue | 542 yd | |
| Black Beauty | Black Beauty, Keddington Road | 717 yd | |
| The Beckwood | The Beckwood, Holme Hall Avenue | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messingham Road Fisheries | 306 Messingham Road | 526 yd | |
| Sopranos | 49 Holme Hall Avenue | 728 yd | |
| Tasty Takeaway | 47 Holme Hall Avenue | 728 yd | |
| Pizza Bella | 4 Eton Court | 808 yd | |
| Happiness House | 3 Eton Court | 809 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chancel Park CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 348 yd |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Holme Valley Primary School TIMBERLAND | grass pitches | 967 yd |
| Frederick Gough School GRANGE LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Leys Farm Junior School PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Oakfield Primary School MORECAMBE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.