Portland Terrace is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 1JR 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 Portland Terrace, Gainsborough, DN21 1JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 1JL, DN21 1JN, DN21 1LE, DN21 1LJ, DN21 1JQ, DN21 1JF, DN21 1JW, DN21 1LN, DN21 1JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN21 1JR is primarily male, with 55.4% of the population 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% | 44.6% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -6.4% |
| Male | 52% | 55.4% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 6.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DN21 1JR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.2% | 50.3% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.4% | 17.3% | -7.1% | 44.2% | -26.9% |
| Separated | 7.7% | 3.4% | -4.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 21.8% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 12.7% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 38.6% | 29.2% | -9.4% | 48.4% | -19.2% |
| Good health | 44.6% | 45.5% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 11.9% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 17.3% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 3% | 6.4% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 27.4% | 25.3% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 15.2% | 3.3% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 12.9% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 11.8% | -2.5% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 23.6% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 7.7% | 5.1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 88.1% | 94.1% | 6.0% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 85.1% | 89.1% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 5% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.7% | 89.6% | 4.9% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 1% | -6.9% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 2% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 49.8% | 76.7% | -26.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 41.4% | 13.5% | 27.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portland Terrace was 247.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.3% higher than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Portland Terrace has the 17th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 23rd highest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Portland Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2024-12-06 | £50,507 |
| 3 Portland Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2024-06-06 | £63,571 |
| 11 Portland Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2024-05-28 | £37,781 |
| 13 Portland Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,500 | 2022-05-27 | £61,589 |
| 5 Portland Terrace, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2022-04-28 | £48,686 |
DN21 1JR area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,899 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 | 769 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Acland Street , DN21 2LN | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Heapham Road , DN21 1SW | 4out of 4 | 1,239 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White's Wood Academy Whites Wood Lane , DN21 1TJ | 2out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School Baines Road , DN21 1TE | 3out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,149 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 1out of 4 | 2,294 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 937 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 1,110 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 1,931 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 | 292 yd | |
| The Moonlight | 76 Trinity Street | 313 yd | |
| Reeds Coffee Shop | Ground Floor Rear Of, 54 Bridge Street | 340 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 416 yd | |
| Pickles Pantry | 6 Market Arcade | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainsborough & District United Services Club | 136 Bridge Street | 194 yd | |
| Gainsborough Sport & Social Club | 17 Trinity Street | 303 yd | |
| Trent Port | Trent Port Hotel And Land, Ramper Road | 331 yd | |
| Trinity Arts Centre | Trinity Arts Centre, Trinity Street | 394 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | 29 Silver Street | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middies | Middi's Fish And Chips, 154a Trinity Street | 59 yd | |
| Gainsborough Grill | Gainsborough Grill, 168 Trinity Street | 109 yd | |
| Mei's Kitchen | 170 Trinity Street | 115 yd | |
| Adam's Bay | Adams Bay, 18 Bridge Road | 186 yd | |
| Hung Wang | Hung Wang Chinese Restaurant, 21-23 Trinity Street | 222 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 416 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 612 yd | |
| Lidl | Beaumont Street | 628 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 32 Market Place | 690 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Lea Road | 822 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stocky'S Gym And Fitness PILLARD HOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite | 168 yd |
| Sandsfield Lane (Closed) Sandsfield Lane | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Gainsborough) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 MARSHALLS YARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 728 yd |
| Middlefield School Of Technology (Closed) Middlefield Lane | grass pitches | 744 yd |
| Marshalls Sports Ground PINGLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| The Tone Zone (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Middlefield Lane | health and fitness suite | 869 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.