Ravendale Road is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 1XA 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 Ravendale Road, Gainsborough, DN21 1XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 1XB, DN21 1XD, DN21 1UZ, DN21 1XG, DN21 1XQ, DN21 1UY, DN21 1XW, DN21 1UX, DN21 1XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN21 1XA 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 | 57.5% | 50% | -7.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 42.5% | 50% | 7.5% | 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 | 35.1% | 29.5% | -5.6% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 48% | 4.7% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 7% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 12.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) 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 | 32.3% | 36.2% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 48.4% | 34.2% | -14.2% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 23.7% | 8.8% | 12.7% | 11.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 25.7% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 11.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 16.1% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 17.8% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 16.5% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.1% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.6% | 96.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55% | 76.7% | -21.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 42.4% | 13.5% | 28.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ravendale Road was 51.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.7% lower than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ravendale Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 144th highest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Ravendale Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-05-09 | £180,000 |
| 28 Ravendale Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-12-12 | £142,106 |
| 34 Ravendale Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-11-03 | £218,002 |
| 22 Ravendale Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-10-20 | £229,533 |
| 10 Ravendale Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2022-02-17 | £174,509 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DN21 1XA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 2,113 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 | 608 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Heapham Road , DN21 1SW | 4out of 4 | 712 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White's Wood Academy Whites Wood Lane , DN21 1TJ | 2out of 4 | 851 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School Baines Road , DN21 1TE | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough Lindsey Close , DN21 1YN | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 1,975 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 4out of 4 | 2,292 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 | 493 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 1,434 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 1,564 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 | 620 yd | |
| The Moonlight | 76 Trinity Street | 652 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 689 yd | |
| Bread and Roses | 34 Queensway | 733 yd | |
| Butterfly Cup-cakes Ltd | Unit 8a, Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainsborough Sport & Social Club | 17 Trinity Street | 610 yd | |
| Trinity Arts Centre | Trinity Arts Centre, Trinity Street | 648 yd | |
| Gainsborough & District United Services Club | 136 Bridge Street | 792 yd | |
| Gainsborough Theatre Company | The Old Nick Theatre, 31 Spring Gardens | 895 yd | |
| Trent Port | Trent Port Hotel And Land, Ramper Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middies | Middi's Fish And Chips, 154a Trinity Street | 564 yd | |
| Gainsborough Grill | Gainsborough Grill, 168 Trinity Street | 587 yd | |
| Mei's Kitchen | 170 Trinity Street | 589 yd | |
| Adam's Bay | Adams Bay, 18 Bridge Road | 603 yd | |
| Hung Wang | Hung Wang Chinese Restaurant, 21-23 Trinity Street | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 689 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | Shop 1 Co-Operative Services Limited, Heapham Road | 802 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 821 yd | |
| Lidl | Beaumont Street | 847 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Lea Road | 860 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middlefield School Of Technology (Closed) Middlefield Lane | grass pitches | 182 yd |
| The Tone Zone (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Middlefield Lane | health and fitness suite | 427 yd |
| Sandsfield Lane (Closed) Sandsfield Lane | grass pitches | 438 yd |
| Marshalls Sports Ground PINGLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 484 yd |
| Aisby Walk (Closed) Aisby Walk | grass pitches | 570 yd |
| Stocky'S Gym And Fitness PILLARD HOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite | 599 yd |
| Whites Wood Academy WHITES WOOD LANE | 804 yd | |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Gainsborough) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 MARSHALLS YARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 846 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 | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 156.49 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 156.49 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 26.83 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.