Chestnut Avenue is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 1EU is located in the Gainsborough North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chestnut Avenue, Gainsborough, DN21 1EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 1EZ, DN21 1ET, DN21 1HF, DN21 1EX, DN21 1ES, DN21 1HG, DN21 1EF, DN21 1HA, DN21 1EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN21 1EU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 52.4% | 49.2% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50.8% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 34.4% | 39.7% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 37.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.3% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 9.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 44.7% | 43% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 33.5% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 21.4% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 11% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 16.5% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 10.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19.7% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 18.8% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.6% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 96.2% | 96.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 96.8% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.2% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 29.2% | 13.5% | 15.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Avenue was 89.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.0% lower than the Gainsborough North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Avenue has the 8th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Gainsborough North and the 84th highest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Chestnut Avenue, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-08-31 | £141,639 |
| 5 Chestnut Avenue, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2015-09-11 | £125,701 |
| 3 Chestnut Avenue, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2013-02-04 | £134,958 |
| 3 Chestnut Avenue, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,500 | 2003-06-23 | £131,398 |
| 3 Chestnut Avenue, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2001-05-25 | £170,730 |
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 866 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Wood Academy The Avenue , DN21 1EH | 2out of 4 | 477 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Acland Street , DN21 2LN | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mercer's Wood Academy Ropery Road , DN21 2PD | 2out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White's Wood Academy Whites Wood Lane , DN21 1TJ | 2out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Heapham Road , DN21 1SW | 4out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 4out of 4 | 936 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 1out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 320 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 844 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sufian curry house | 24 Spital Terrace | 564 yd | |
| All Saints Parish Church Cafe | Church Street | 609 yd | |
| The Exchange Tea Room | 12 North Street | 643 yd | |
| Caldero Lounge | Unit 3, Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 701 yd | |
| The Forge | 1a North Street | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Cottage | Elm Cottage, Church Street | 569 yd | |
| Blues club | 69 North Street | 613 yd | |
| Gainsborough Theatre Company | The Old Nick Theatre, 31 Spring Gardens | 641 yd | |
| Horse And Jockey Public House | Horse And Jockey Inn, 42 Church Street | 741 yd | |
| Melrose Sports and Social Club | 51 Melrose Road | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noodle Bar Takeaway | 18 Spital Terrace | 583 yd | |
| Piccante Pizza | 75 Church Street | 612 yd | |
| Ruby Wing Lei | 9 Spital Terrace | 615 yd | |
| Leons | 65 Church Street | 616 yd | |
| Big Baps | 2 Fawcett Street | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | Lincolnshire Cooperative Ltd, Corringham Road | 425 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | Shop 1 Co-Operative Services Limited, Heapham Road | 656 yd | |
| Lidl | Beaumont Street | 797 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 807 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 32 Market Place | 888 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Lindsey Leisure Centre WEST LINDSEY LEISURE CENTRE WEST LINDSEY LEISURE CENTRE THE AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 288 yd |
| Castle Wood Academy THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 432 yd |
| The Northolme (Gainsborough Trinity Fc) NORTHOLME | grass pitches | 444 yd |
| Gainsborough Town Tennis Club REAR OF PEACOCK HOTEL REAR OF PEACOCK HOTEL CORRINGHAM ROAD | tennis courts | 491 yd |
| The Castle Hills Community Arts College (Closed) The Avenue | grass pitches, swimming pool | 519 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Gainsborough) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 MARSHALLS YARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 684 yd |
| Hickman Bacon Memorial Park ROPERY ROAD | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Marshalls Sports Ground PINGLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 927 yd |
| Thonock Park Golf Club THE BELT ROAD | golf | 937 yd |
| Whites Wood Academy WHITES WOOD LANE | 990 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.