Gelder Beck Road is in Messingham, Scunthorpe and in North Lincolnshire district. DN17 3UJ is located in the Messingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scunthorpe. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gelder Beck Road, Messingham, Scunthorpe, DN17 3UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN17 3UP, DN17 3PJ, DN17 3UN, DN17 3UL, DN17 3PH, DN17 3UQ, DN17 3QR, DN17 3PQ, DN17 3UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN17 3UJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 53.3% | 48.8% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 51.2% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 3UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.1% 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 | 21.7% | 27% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.3% | 63.1% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 18.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 6.8% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 (93.1%) 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 | 67.2% | 64.5% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 16.1% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 28.6% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -7.4% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around DN17 3UJ this area, 5.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.7% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 7.8% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.2% | 16.3% | -6.9% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 23.8% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.7% | 38.4% | 0.7% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 97.2% | 96.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gelder Beck Road was 43.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.1% higher than the Broughton & Scawby average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Gelder Beck Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Broughton & Scawby and the 213th lowest crime rate of 534 local areas in North Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Gelder Beck Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-03-01 | £286,317 |
| 18 Gelder Beck Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2023-06-08 | £320,415 |
| 2 Gelder Beck Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £377,000 | 2022-11-11 | £381,524 |
| 24 Gelder Beck Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-05-24 | £323,204 |
| 20 Gelder Beck Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2019-12-18 | £313,056 |
| Full-Time Employee | 145 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Education | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Messingham Primary School Briggate Drive , Messingham DN17 3TN | 3out of 4 | 469 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Junior School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 3out of 4 | 3,217 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bottesford Infant School Manor Road , Bottesford DN16 3PB | 4out of 4 | 3,239 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Farm Junior School Park Avenue , Bottesford DN17 2PB | 3out of 4 | 3,799 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Valley Primary School Timberland , Bottesford DN16 3SL | 4out of 4 | 3,822 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 | 4,267 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Collum Avenue , DN16 2TF | 3out of 4 | 5,259 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Act Fast NL Ltd Kieradan Park , North Moor Lane DN17 3PS | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Park Enterprise College (11-19) Newdown Court , Newdown Road DN17 2TX | - not rated | 3,493 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coritani Academy Wyredale Road , DN16 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 4,925 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darley Centre School Road , Ashby DN16 2TD | 2out of 4 | 5,129 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbondante Restaurant | 68 High Street | 141 yd | |
| The Stables | The Stables, High Street | 268 yd | |
| Horn Inn | The Horn Inn, 77 High Street | 325 yd | |
| Dons Thai & English Kitchen | Crown Inn, 8 High Street | 484 yd | |
| Messingham Community Hub & Cafe | Messingham Library, Wendover Road | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pooley's | 46 High Street | 268 yd | |
| The Green Tree | Green Tree Inn, High Street | 422 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 8 High Street | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markham's Fish and Chip Shop | 46 High Street | 321 yd | |
| Dannatts | 20 High Street | 481 yd | |
| Baba Kitchen Takeaway | 22 High Street | 484 yd | |
| Messingham Tandoori | 9 Wendover Road | 530 yd | |
| Happys Pizza & Burger | 11 Wendover Road | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Messingham | 33 High Street | 549 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Messingham Recreation Ground PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD NORTHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 868 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.