Rothwell Close is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 1XN 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 Rothwell Close, Gainsborough, DN21 1XN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 1XW, DN21 1XJ, DN21 1XL, DN21 1XH, DN21 1UZ, DN21 1UY, DN21 1XG, DN21 1XQ, DN21 1XB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN21 1XN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DN21 1XN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.5% | 23.9% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.6% | 58.4% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 9.5% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 40.7% | 36.7% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 45% | 43.1% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 9.5% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 16.9% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.8% | 12.7% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 14.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 16.4% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 10.2% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 24.2% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 6.5% | 4.1% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 95.5% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.4% | 94.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rothwell Close was 22.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.5% lower than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rothwell Close has the lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 57th lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.

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 Rothwell Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-10-16 | £211,553 |
| 5 Rothwell Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2021-08-27 | £205,689 |
| 1 Rothwell Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2007-06-11 | £224,978 |
| 2 Rothwell Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2004-11-29 | £246,734 |
| 1 Rothwell Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2002-02-22 | £199,928 |
DN21 1XN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DN21 1XN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 1,869 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Heapham Road , DN21 1SW | 4out of 4 | 613 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White's Wood Academy Whites Wood Lane , DN21 1TJ | 2out of 4 | 717 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School Baines Road , DN21 1TE | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Adlard Primary School Sandsfield Lane , DN21 1DB | 3out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Acland Street , DN21 2LN | 3out of 4 | 1,043 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 | 1,768 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 4out of 4 | 2,039 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 | 317 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 935 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 1,371 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 | 504 yd | |
| The Moonlight | 76 Trinity Street | 529 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 529 yd | |
| Butterfly Cup-cakes Ltd | Unit 8a, Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 540 yd | |
| Bread and Roses | 34 Queensway | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainsborough Sport & Social Club | 17 Trinity Street | 489 yd | |
| Trinity Arts Centre | Trinity Arts Centre, Trinity Street | 492 yd | |
| Gainsborough Theatre Company | The Old Nick Theatre, 31 Spring Gardens | 662 yd | |
| Gainsborough & District United Services Club | 136 Bridge Street | 819 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | 29 Silver Street | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox's Traditional Fish And Chips | Coxs Traditional Fish And Chips, Heapham Road | 431 yd | |
| Hung Wang | Hung Wang Chinese Restaurant, 21-23 Trinity Street | 522 yd | |
| Trinity Fish Bar | 80 Trinity Street | 528 yd | |
| China Chef | 78 Trinity Street | 528 yd | |
| Middies | Middi's Fish And Chips, 154a Trinity Street | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 529 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | Shop 1 Co-Operative Services Limited, Heapham Road | 555 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 616 yd | |
| Lidl | Beaumont Street | 642 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 32 Market Place | 874 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marshalls Sports Ground PINGLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| The Tone Zone (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Middlefield Lane | health and fitness suite | 247 yd |
| Middlefield School Of Technology (Closed) Middlefield Lane | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Stocky'S Gym And Fitness PILLARD HOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite | 536 yd |
| Sandsfield Lane (Closed) Sandsfield Lane | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Gainsborough) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 MARSHALLS YARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 616 yd |
| Aisby Walk (Closed) Aisby Walk | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Whites Wood Academy WHITES WOOD LANE | 639 yd | |
| The Beckett School (Closed) Whites Wood Lane | 1,091 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.