Bottesford Lane is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN16 3QW 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 Bottesford Lane, Scunthorpe, DN16 3QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 3QH, DN16 3SD, DN16 3QQ, DN16 3SB, DN16 3QZ, DN16 3SA, DN16 3PW, DN16 3PX, DN16 3QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN16 3QW has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.8% | 50% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 50% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 3QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 26.2% | 27.6% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 54% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 11.1% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (87.5%) 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 | 53.4% | 48.9% | -4.5% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 38.6% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 13.5% | 13.8% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 14.9% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 15.3% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 10.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 22% | 18.4% | -3.6% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 25.7% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.9% | 98.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bottesford Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashby Central average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 231 Bottesford Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-03-21 | £157,113 |
| 223 Bottesford Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-12-04 | £188,322 |
| 213 Bottesford Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-05-20 | £187,568 |
| 211 Bottesford Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2022-02-24 | £184,241 |
| 223 Bottesford Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2019-11-29 | £205,548 |
DN16 3QW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | 2out of 4 | 696 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Infant School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 4out of 4 | 735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Valley Primary School Timberland , Bottesford DN16 3SL | 4out of 4 | 772 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 1,123 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 | 615 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 2,059 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire Carlton Street , DN15 6TA | 3out of 4 | 4,198 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 | 2,527 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 2,850 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 | 1,300 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,530 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 | 1,911 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 2,504 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Primary School Grange Lane North , DN16 1BN | 3out of 4 | 2,511 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 | 427 yd | |
| Ashby Bowl | 170 Grange Lane South | 940 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | Dolphin Inn, Messingham Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chancel | The Chancel, Cambridge Avenue | 427 yd | |
| The Beckwood | The Beckwood, Holme Hall Avenue | 524 yd | |
| RAOB Club | Bottesford Road | 785 yd | |
| Black Beauty | Black Beauty, Keddington Road | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sopranos | 49 Holme Hall Avenue | 524 yd | |
| Tasty Takeaway | 47 Holme Hall Avenue | 524 yd | |
| Messingham Road Fisheries | 306 Messingham Road | 783 yd | |
| Happiness House | 3 Eton Court | 1,014 yd | |
| Eton Court Fish Bar | 8 Eton Court | 1,014 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chancel Park CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 317 yd |
| Frederick Gough School GRANGE LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Holme Valley Primary School TIMBERLAND | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Oakfield Primary School MORECAMBE AVENUE | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road | grass pitches | 889 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.