Ropery Road is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 2NS 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 Ropery Road, Gainsborough, DN21 2NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 2LE, DN21 2LG, DN21 2LF, DN21 2NP, DN21 2LD, DN21 2QA, DN21 2PL, DN21 2LQ, DN21 2NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN21 2NS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 52.1% | 53.3% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.9% | 46.7% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 31.8% | 36.3% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 17.3% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 50.8% | 47.4% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 34.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 14.4% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5% | 3.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 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.
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.8% | 17.8% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 11.8% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 17.5% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 7.1% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 22% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 20.4% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 94.6% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 94.2% | 93.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 93.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ropery Road was 86.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.4% lower than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ropery Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 80th highest crime rate of 308 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granary House Ropery Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2004-09-21 | £387,059 |
DN21 2NS 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 | 160 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Construction | 31 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Acland Street , DN21 2LN | - not rated | 269 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School Acland Street , DN21 2LN | 2out of 4 | 269 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mercer's Wood Academy Ropery Road , DN21 2PD | 3out of 4 | 681 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The North-County Primary School, Gainsborough Ropery Road , DN21 2PD | - not rated | 681 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Wood Academy The Avenue , DN21 1EH | 3out of 4 | 1,126 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hills School The Avenue , DN21 1PY | - not rated | 1,107 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Hills Community Arts College The Avenue , DN21 1PY | - not rated | 1,107 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middlefield School of Technology Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | - not rated | 1,731 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , Off Corringham Road DN21 1PB | - not rated | 1,893 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,731 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 26 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castles Education 12 Acland Street , DN21 2SU | - not rated | 86 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 586 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yail (Gainsborough) 22 North Marsh Road , DN21 2RN | - not rated | 741 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Warren Wood Community School Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | - not rated | 1,354 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainsborough Old Hall | The Old Hall, Parnell Street | 285 yd | |
| All Saints Parish Church Cafe | Church Street | 324 yd | |
| Clock House Gastrobar | 3 Lord Street | 370 yd | |
| Cafe Latte | 37 Lord Street | 436 yd | |
| Elach | 12 Church Street | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Cottage | Elm Cottage, Church Street | 356 yd | |
| Blues club | 69 North Street | 395 yd | |
| Horse And Jockey Public House | Horse And Jockey Inn, 42 Church Street | 473 yd | |
| The Eight Jolly Brewers | Ship Court, Silver Street | 503 yd | |
| Sweyn Forkbeard | The Sweyn Forkbeard, 22-30 Silver Street | 528 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Baps | 2 Fawcett Street | 198 yd | |
| Leons | 65 Church Street | 306 yd | |
| Piccante Pizza | 75 Church Street | 310 yd | |
| Alfie's | 1 Lord Street | 365 yd | |
| Uppercrust | 41 Lord Street | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 32 Market Place | 505 yd | |
| Lidl | Beaumont Street | 713 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 739 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 870 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hickman Bacon Memorial Park ROPERY ROAD | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| The Northolme (Gainsborough Trinity Fc) NORTHOLME | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Gainsborough) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 MARSHALLS YARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 765 yd |
| Roses Sports Ground WILLOW CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,013 yd |
| Castle Wood Academy THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,027 yd |
| Stocky'S Gym And Fitness PILLARD HOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,052 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 | 1,066 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 | 50.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.