Sandsfield Lane is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 1DA is located in the Gainsborough South-West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, DN21 1DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 1DX, DN21 1DU, DN21 1BX, DN21 1BY, DN21 1DT, DN21 1DS, DN21 1DW, DN21 1BT, DN21 1BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN21 1DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 30.6% | 35.2% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 37.6% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.5% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 12.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.3% | 31.6% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -16.8% |
| Good health | 35% | 38.6% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 23.2% | 8.7% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 4.8% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 6% | 1.8% | -4.2% | 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.
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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 25.8% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 11.5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 14.6% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 10.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.1% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 18.1% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.6% | 93.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 94% | 94.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 94.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 33.9% | 13.5% | 20.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandsfield Lane was 106.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.4% lower than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sandsfield Lane has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 72nd highest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-03-28 | £144,817 |
| 36 Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2025-02-28 | £92,959 |
| 50 Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2024-06-27 | £151,301 |
| 97A Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £254,500 | 2024-05-10 | £266,154 |
| 105 Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2024-04-26 | £170,085 |
DN21 1DA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gainsborough Nursery School North Marsh Road , DN21 2RR | 4out of 4 | 2,182 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Adlard Primary School Sandsfield Lane , DN21 1DB | 3out of 4 | 430 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Heapham Road , DN21 1SW | 4out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White's Wood Academy Whites Wood Lane , DN21 1TJ | 2out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough Lindsey Close , DN21 1YN | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Acland Street , DN21 2LN | 3out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 1out of 4 | 2,331 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 4out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 1,393 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 1,936 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | McDonalds, 50 Trinity Street | 545 yd | |
| The Moonlight | 76 Trinity Street | 577 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 665 yd | |
| Reeds Coffee Shop | Ground Floor Rear Of, 54 Bridge Street | 684 yd | |
| Cream | Unit 19, Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainsborough & District United Services Club | 136 Bridge Street | 448 yd | |
| Gainsborough Sport & Social Club | 17 Trinity Street | 545 yd | |
| Trent Port | Trent Port Hotel And Land, Ramper Road | 585 yd | |
| Trinity Arts Centre | Trinity Arts Centre, Trinity Street | 629 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | 29 Silver Street | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam's Bay | Adams Bay, 18 Bridge Road | 227 yd | |
| Mei's Kitchen | 170 Trinity Street | 255 yd | |
| Gainsborough Grill | Gainsborough Grill, 168 Trinity Street | 257 yd | |
| Middies | Middi's Fish And Chips, 154a Trinity Street | 317 yd | |
| Beijing Kitchen | 83 Lea Road | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Lea Road | 557 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 665 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 855 yd | |
| Lidl | Beaumont Street | 877 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 32 Market Place | 1,001 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandsfield Lane (Closed) Sandsfield Lane | grass pitches | 80 yd |
| Stocky'S Gym And Fitness PILLARD HOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite | 446 yd |
| Middlefield School Of Technology (Closed) Middlefield Lane | grass pitches | 466 yd |
| Marshalls Sports Ground PINGLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| The Tone Zone (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Middlefield Lane | health and fitness suite | 800 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Gainsborough) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 MARSHALLS YARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 939 yd |
| Aisby Walk (Closed) Aisby Walk | grass pitches | 969 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 | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| 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 | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.