Turpin Close is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 1PA is located in the Gainsborough East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Turpin Close, Gainsborough, DN21 1PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 1GL, DN21 1GJ, DN21 1GP, DN21 1WE, DN21 1GF, DN21 1GH, DN21 1GT, DN21 1WJ, DN21 1GQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN21 1PA 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 | 49.6% | 50% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.4% | 37.9% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 47.2% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 8.9% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.4% | 43.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 41.2% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 7.6% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 12.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 24.3% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 16.4% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 8.4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 16.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 17.3% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 7.4% | 3.3% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.8% | 97.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Turpin Close was 53.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.1% lower than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Turpin Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 136th highest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Turpin Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2021-07-23 | £125,643 |
| 13 Turpin Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-04-09 | £97,736 |
| 1A Turpin Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2020-01-10 | £205,157 |
| 2 Turpin Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2018-11-02 | £160,017 |
| 6 Turpin Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-04-13 | £138,577 |
DN21 1PA 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,799 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School Baines Road , DN21 1TE | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White's Wood Academy Whites Wood Lane , DN21 1TJ | 2out of 4 | 475 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Heapham Road , DN21 1SW | 4out of 4 | 639 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Wood Academy The Avenue , DN21 1EH | 2out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Acland Street , DN21 2LN | 3out of 4 | 1,403 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 | 710 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 4out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 283 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 1,089 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noble Foods - Staff Canteen | Noble Foods Ltd, Corringham Road | 323 yd | |
| Ping Europe Ltd | Ping Europe Ltd, Corringham Road | 362 yd | |
| Bread and Roses | 34 Queensway | 554 yd | |
| Grange Road Cafe | Grange Road Cafe, Grange Road | 594 yd | |
| Play World Gainsborough | Unit 9, Lusher Way | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Social & Recreational Club | Hilltop Social Club, Turpin Close | 2 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Otter | Lincolnshire Otter, Somerby Way | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verona Pizza | Unit 6, Bob Rainsforth Way | 302 yd | |
| Cox's Traditional Fish And Chips | Coxs Traditional Fish And Chips, Heapham Road | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | Lincolnshire Cooperative Ltd, Corringham Road | 565 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | Shop 1 Co-Operative Services Limited, Heapham Road | 677 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whites Wood Academy WHITES WOOD LANE | 484 yd | |
| The Beckett School (Closed) Whites Wood Lane | 507 yd | |
| Gainsborough Town Tennis Club REAR OF PEACOCK HOTEL REAR OF PEACOCK HOTEL CORRINGHAM ROAD | tennis courts | 617 yd |
| The Gainsborough Academy SWEYN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 690 yd |
| The Tone Zone (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Middlefield Lane | health and fitness suite | 867 yd |
| Marshalls Sports Ground PINGLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 911 yd |
| Aisby Walk (Closed) Aisby Walk | grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
| West Lindsey Leisure Centre WEST LINDSEY LEISURE CENTRE WEST LINDSEY LEISURE CENTRE THE AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,061 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.16 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.