Ancaster Court is in Scunthorpe and in Scunthorpe district. DN17 2DD is located in the Ashby Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ancaster Court, Scunthorpe, DN17 2DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN17 2UF, DN16 3JQ, DN16 3JG, DN17 2LN, DN16 3JF, DN17 2DB, DN16 3JH, DN16 3HT, DN17 2LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN17 2DD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 54.5% | 48.4% | -6.1% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 45.5% | 51.6% | 6.1% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 27.3% | 38.1% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 36.5% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 15.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 5% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 43.8% | 33.8% | -10.0% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 41.3% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 18.3% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 3% | 6.6% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.7% | 26.5% | 1.8% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 13% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 16.2% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 17.8% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 18.4% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 5.7% | 1.6% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.1% | 94.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 93.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ancaster Court was 62.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.6% lower than the Ashby Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ancaster Court has the 39th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Ashby Central and the 247th highest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Ancaster Court, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2025-02-06 | £98,515 |
| 35 Ancaster Court, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-12-20 | £129,755 |
| 93 Ancaster Court, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-10-29 | £128,852 |
| 43 Ancaster Court, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-07-05 | £89,630 |
| 91 Ancaster Court, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,100 | 2024-03-28 | £95,633 |
DN17 2DD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 DN17 2DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School Morecambe Avenue , DN16 3JF | 2out of 4 | 311 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willoughby Road Primary Academy Willoughby Road , DN17 2NF | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Lane Community School Priory Lane , DN17 1HE | 2out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincoln Gardens Primary School Lincoln Gardens , Ashby DN16 2ED | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gough School Grange Lane South , Bottesford DN16 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Lawrence Academy Doncaster Road , DN15 7DF | 3out of 4 | 3,492 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,660 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 2,005 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 | 998 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 1,633 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Park Enterprise College (11-19) Newdown Court , Newdown Road DN17 2TX | - not rated | 1,714 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,934 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Special School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NB | 4out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Community 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 | 530 yd | |
| Carvers Fish Restaurant | 266-268 Ashby High Street | 557 yd | |
| Clay Oven | 287 Ashby High Street | 585 yd | |
| Coffee House | 236 Ashby High Street | 611 yd | |
| The Gourmet | 261 Ashby High Street | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chancel | The Chancel, Cambridge Avenue | 530 yd | |
| RAOB Club | Bottesford Road | 624 yd | |
| The Paint Shop | 253-255 Ashby High Street | 648 yd | |
| Butlers Club | St Bernadettes Club, 346 Ashby Road | 681 yd | |
| Ashby Mill Road Club | Ashby Mill Road Club, Modder Street | 729 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble Garden | 294 Ashby High Street | 551 yd | |
| Deep Pan & BBQ | 306 Ashby High Street | 557 yd | |
| Turkish Delight | 285 Ashby High Street | 585 yd | |
| Forum | 248 Ashby High Street | 611 yd | |
| Sabalan Pizza | 269 Ashby High Street | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 311 Ashby High Street | 585 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 Broadway | 716 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co Op | 99-101 Willoughby Road | 735 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School MORECAMBE AVENUE | grass pitches | 193 yd |
| Freaky'S Fitness Centre (Closed) 254-258 254-258 Ashby High Street | health and fitness suite | 600 yd |
| Chancel Park CAVENDISH ROAD | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Lincoln Gardens Primary School LINCOLN GARDENS | grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Leys Farm Junior School PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Frederick Gough School GRANGE LANE SOUTH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| St. Bede'S Catholic Voluntary Academy COLLUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,027 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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 | 66.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.