Valley View Drive is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN16 3TE is located in the Bottesford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Valley View Drive, Scunthorpe, DN16 3TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN16 3TL, DN16 3SY, DN16 3TB, DN16 3TG, DN16 3TJ, DN16 3SZ, DN16 3TN, DN16 3SS, DN16 3TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN16 3TE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 50.7% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.3% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 3TE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 28.9% | 26.1% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 58.6% | 5.6% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 8% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 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 | 50.2% | 45.4% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 31.8% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 18.2% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 17.8% | 19.7% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.6% | 9.2% | -10.4% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 16.5% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 18.9% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 25.7% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.3% | 97.1% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 93.8% | 95% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 1.1% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 95% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 61.8% | 46.2% | 15.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Valley View Drive was 37.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.0% lower than the Bottesford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Valley View Drive has the 12th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Bottesford and the 178th lowest crime rate of 535 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 Valley View Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2008-12-23 | £186,379 |
| 121 Valley View Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2003-10-17 | £221,268 |
| 123 Valley View Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £68,950 | 2000-01-28 | £257,413 |
DN16 3TE 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 3TE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 628 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 3out of 4 | 679 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Valley Primary School Timberland , Bottesford DN16 3SL | - not rated | 1,203 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunway Infant School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | - not rated | 1,548 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,519 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Leys Business and Enterprise College Enderby Road , DN17 2JL | - not rated | 2,156 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 2,481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | - not rated | 2,481 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 2,947 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 | 3,422 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Park Enterprise College (11-19) Newdown Court , Newdown Road DN17 2TX | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pledge2Learn Bottesford Town Football Club , Ontario Road DN17 2TQ | - not rated | 1,901 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Act Fast NL Ltd Kieradan Park , North Moor Lane DN17 3PS | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,306 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | - not rated | 2,352 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Natura | Visitor Centre, Messingham Road | 523 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | Dolphin Inn, Messingham Road | 785 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beckwood | The Beckwood, Holme Hall Avenue | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sopranos | 49 Holme Hall Avenue | 940 yd | |
| Tasty Takeaway | 47 Holme Hall Avenue | 940 yd | |
| Messingham Road Fisheries | 306 Messingham Road | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road | grass pitches | 679 yd |
| Gravel Pit PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD GRAVEL PIT LANE | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| Chancel Park CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,001 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.