Fairfax Close is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 1YR 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 Fairfax Close, Gainsborough, DN21 1YR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 1ZH, DN21 1ZD, DN21 1PP, DN21 1PL, DN21 1YP, DN21 1PW, DN21 1NY, DN21 1ZB, DN21 1ZE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN21 1YR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 55.8% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 48% | 44.2% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 34.2% | 36.6% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 35.2% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 15% | 12.8% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 12.3% | 1.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.6% | 34.8% | -9.8% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 33% | 36.5% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.8% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 9.7% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
In the area around DN21 1YR this area, 40.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 11%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.9% | 40.8% | -0.1% | 18.2% | 22.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 16.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 11.4% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 10.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.3% | 11% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -22.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 96.9% | 94.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 93.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.5% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 39% | 76.7% | -37.7% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 56.1% | 13.5% | 42.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfax Close was 79.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.6% lower than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairfax Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 96th highest crime rate of 308 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Fairfax Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2015-12-11 | £69,466 |
| 11 Fairfax Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £41,000 | 2003-05-28 | £94,789 |
| 13 Fairfax Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £16,750 | 2002-01-04 | £58,021 |
| 23 Fairfax Close, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £13,570 | 2000-08-21 | £56,363 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gainsborough Nursery School North Marsh Road , DN21 2RR | 3out of 4 | 3,069 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough Lindsey Close , DN21 1YN | 3out of 4 | 333 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School Lindsey Close , DN21 1YS | - not rated | 539 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | More About School | |
| Gainsborough Benjamin Adlard Community School Sandsfield Lane , DN21 1DB | - not rated | 852 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Adlard Junior School Sandsfield Lane , DN21 1DB | - not rated | 852 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Adlard Primary School Sandsfield Lane , DN21 1DB | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlefield School of Technology Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | - not rated | 705 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 2out of 4 | 2,499 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , Off Corringham Road DN21 1PB | - not rated | 2,514 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hills School The Avenue , DN21 1PY | - not rated | 2,716 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Hills Community Arts College The Avenue , DN21 1PY | - not rated | 2,716 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlefield School Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | - not rated | 705 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The William Harrison School, Gainsborough Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | - not rated | 422 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Wood Community School Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | 3out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beckett School White's Wood Lane , DN21 1TW | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 2,073 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Limited, Heapham Road South | 728 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Lea Road | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middlefield School Of Technology (Closed) Middlefield Lane | grass pitches | 704 yd |
| Aisby Walk (Closed) Aisby Walk | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Body Zone (Closed) Sandars Road | health and fitness suite | 883 yd |
| Sandsfield Lane (Closed) Sandsfield Lane | grass pitches | 986 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 | 33.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.21 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.74 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.