Hillfoot Drive is in Scunthorpe and in Glanford district. DN17 2RY is located in the Bottesford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillfoot Drive, Scunthorpe, DN17 2RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN17 2ST, DN17 2SZ, DN17 2QF, DN17 2GH, DN17 2QD, DN17 2SU, DN17 2PY, DN17 2QE, DN17 2AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN17 2RY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 48.1% | 49.7% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.3% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 19.5% | 22.9% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 50.8% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 12.6% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 11.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 42.3% | 36.3% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 47.1% | 11.2% | 33.6% | 13.5% |
| Fair health | 16% | 10.5% | -5.5% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 5.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 18.8% | 18.5% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 14.3% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 15.1% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 17.4% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 24.7% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.3% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.3% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillfoot Drive was 28.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.4% lower than the Bottesford average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Hillfoot Drive has the 8th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Bottesford and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Hillfoot Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2023-09-11 | £167,638 |
| 3 Hillfoot Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-03-22 | £202,816 |
| 6 Hillfoot Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2022-09-27 | £202,812 |
| 16 Hillfoot Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2021-06-25 | £247,629 |
| 8 Hillfoot Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2020-09-18 | £188,761 |
DN17 2RY 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 DN17 2RY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Enderby Road Infant School Sunningdale Road , DN17 2TD | 3out of 4 | 726 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 3out of 4 | 876 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willoughby Road Primary Academy Willoughby Road , DN17 2NF | 3out of 4 | 912 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Infant School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 4out of 4 | 977 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 | 2,150 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 2,239 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 2,549 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 3,498 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Lawrence Academy Doncaster Road , DN15 7DF | 3out of 4 | 4,597 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 | 2,658 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 3,049 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 | 373 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Act Fast NL Ltd Kieradan Park , North Moor Lane DN17 3PS | - not rated | 1,690 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | 2out of 4 | 2,429 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 2,615 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,066 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southpark Enterprise College | South Park Enterprise College, Newdown Court, Newdown Road | 514 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | Dolphin Inn, Messingham Road | 609 yd | |
| Cheeky Chimps | Unit 1b, Birkdale Road | 953 yd | |
| South Park Cafe | Unit 6a, Birkdale Road | 953 yd | |
| Cafe Natura | Visitor Centre, Messingham Road | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Town Football Club & Snack Shack | Ontario Road | 596 yd | |
| Black Beauty | Black Beauty, Keddington Road | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yaddlethorpe Takeaway | 30 Quebec Road | 581 yd | |
| Milanos | 28 Quebec Road | 588 yd | |
| Chillies Takeaway | 26 Quebec Road | 593 yd | |
| Pizza Bella | 4 Eton Court | 701 yd | |
| Happiness House | 3 Eton Court | 710 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Town Cricket Club ST. DAVIDS CRESCENT | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Bottesford Town Fc Birch Park Birch Park Ontario Road | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| Leys Farm Junior School PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Bottesford Sports Hall ONTARIO ROAD | 610 yd | |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Gravel Pit PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD GRAVEL PIT LANE | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Riddings Pool ENDERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 880 yd |
| Reso 24 WENTWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 912 yd |
| Melior Community College (Closed) Enderby Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 920 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 | 132.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.