Sandfield Close is in Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN17 2XE is located in the Brumby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandfield Close, Scunthorpe, DN17 2XE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN17 2HD, DN17 2XD, DN17 2HB, DN17 2BJ, DN17 2AG, DN17 1RF, DN17 2AQ, DN17 2XB, DN17 2EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN17 2XE 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% | 50% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49% | 50% | 1.0% | 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 DN17 2XE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 25.7% | 29.3% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 56.8% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 5.7% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 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 | 47.3% | 53% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 38% | 29.9% | -8.1% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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% | 17.9% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.1% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 15.4% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 14% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 33.3% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2.9% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 6.3% | 7.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | 4.1% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 6% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 89% | 81% | -8.0% | 81.4% | -0.4% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 81.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 81.3% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 7.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 11.2% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.9% | 81% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.5% | 13.2% | 9.8% | 3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.2% | 1.1% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.8% | 6.5% | 2.3% |
| Sikh | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandfield Close was 121.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.1% lower than the Brumby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sandfield Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Brumby and the 110th highest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sandfield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2010-10-12 | £342,798 |
| 6 Sandfield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2002-08-23 | £496,078 |
| 3 Sandfield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2000-06-09 | £526,094 |
| 6 Sandfield Close, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 1997-03-14 | £446,471 |
DN17 2XE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliffe Primary School Dryden Road , DN17 1PN | 3out of 4 | 653 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Enderby Road Infant School Sunningdale Road , DN17 2TD | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willoughby Road Primary Academy Willoughby Road , DN17 2NF | 3out of 4 | 1,299 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Lane Community School Priory Lane , DN17 1HE | 2out of 4 | 1,333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melior Community Academy Chandos Road , DN17 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 2,559 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gough School Grange Lane South , Bottesford DN16 3NG | 3out of 4 | 2,841 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Brumby Cemetery Road , DN16 1NT | 3out of 4 | 3,043 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Lawrence Academy Doncaster Road , DN15 7DF | 3out of 4 | 3,395 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 | 1,613 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Kingsway , DN17 1AJ | - not rated | 1,957 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 | 1,447 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Futures Scunthorpe Block M , John Leggott College DN17 1DS | - not rated | 1,566 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK Ridgeway Campus Ridge Way , Kingsway DN17 1BS | - not rated | 2,006 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | 2out of 4 | 2,495 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's Special School Bushfield Road , DN16 1NB | 4out of 4 | 2,957 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 1, Asda Stores Ltd, Burringham Road | 468 yd | |
| Silica Lodge Garden Centre | Scotter Road South | 519 yd | |
| Arcafe | 2 Lichfield Avenue | 843 yd | |
| Ashby Decoy Golf Club | Ashby Decoy Golf Club, Burringham Road | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Town Football Club & Snack Shack | Ontario Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh My Pizza | 69 Enderby Road | 347 yd | |
| Panku Scunthorpe | Asda Stores Ltd, Burringham Road | 468 yd | |
| Sams Plaice | 12 Lichfield Avenue | 909 yd | |
| Pizza Plaza | 10 Lichfield Avenue | 910 yd | |
| Kingstons Fish & Chips | 81 Willoughby Road | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Burringham Road | 504 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co Op | 99-101 Willoughby Road | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westcliffe Primary School DRYDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 625 yd |
| Melior Community College (Closed) Enderby Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 678 yd |
| Riddings Pool ENDERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 706 yd |
| Burringham Cross Roads (Scunthorpe Town Rugby Union Football Club) EVANNE EVANNE BURRINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Ashby Decoy Golf Club BURRINGHAM ROAD | golf | 871 yd |
| Bottesford Sports Hall ONTARIO ROAD | 1,077 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 | 350 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 262.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.