Cromford Street is in Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 2QL is located in the Gainsborough North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cromford Street, Gainsborough, DN21 2QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 2QJ, DN21 2QN, DN21 2QP, DN21 2QR, DN21 2QS, DN21 2QT, DN21 2EY, DN21 2RF, DN21 2QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN21 2QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 36.2% | 40.7% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 41.1% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 11.2% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 43.3% | 48.9% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 30.7% | -9.6% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 15.2% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.6% | 10.3% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 9.1% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 16.9% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.5% | 8.7% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 26.4% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 9.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 26.4% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 98.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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% | 96.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cromford Street was 145.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.0% higher than the Gainsborough East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cromford Street has the 28th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Gainsborough East and the 44th highest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cromford Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2024-02-09 | £99,829 |
| 1 Cromford Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2022-05-27 | £58,833 |
| 3 Cromford Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £71,500 | 2019-03-07 | £93,551 |
| 4 Cromford Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £34,000 | 2017-12-20 | £44,544 |
| 6 Cromford Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2017-02-24 | £72,329 |
DN21 2QL 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 642 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 | 3out of 4 | 264 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mercer's Wood Academy Ropery Road , DN21 2PD | 2out of 4 | 628 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Wood Academy The Avenue , DN21 1EH | 2out of 4 | 736 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White's Wood Academy Whites Wood Lane , DN21 1TJ | 2out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy Heapham Road , DN21 1SW | 4out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 4out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 1out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 337 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Apple Independent Unit 3 Granary House , Acland Street DN21 2NS | - not rated | 417 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 1,463 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Parish Church Cafe | Church Street | 207 yd | |
| The Exchange Tea Room | 12 North Street | 455 yd | |
| Sufian curry house | 24 Spital Terrace | 473 yd | |
| Elach | 12 Church Street | 495 yd | |
| Gainsborough Old Hall | The Old Hall, Parnell Street | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Cottage | Elm Cottage, Church Street | 116 yd | |
| Blues club | 69 North Street | 296 yd | |
| Horse And Jockey Public House | Horse And Jockey Inn, 42 Church Street | 484 yd | |
| Melrose Sports and Social Club | 51 Melrose Road | 552 yd | |
| Gainsborough Theatre Company | The Old Nick Theatre, 31 Spring Gardens | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piccante Pizza | 75 Church Street | 165 yd | |
| Leons | 65 Church Street | 184 yd | |
| Big Baps | 2 Fawcett Street | 319 yd | |
| Ruby Wing Lei | 9 Spital Terrace | 455 yd | |
| Noodle Bar Takeaway | 18 Spital Terrace | 481 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 32 Market Place | 620 yd | |
| Lidl | Beaumont Street | 671 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marshalls Yard, Beaumont Street | 693 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | Lincolnshire Cooperative Ltd, Corringham Road | 881 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Trinity Street | 885 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Northolme (Gainsborough Trinity Fc) NORTHOLME | grass pitches | 120 yd |
| Hickman Bacon Memorial Park ROPERY ROAD | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Castle Wood Academy THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 589 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 | 599 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Gainsborough) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 MARSHALLS YARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 630 yd |
| The Castle Hills Community Arts College (Closed) The Avenue | grass pitches, swimming pool | 685 yd |
| The Queen Elizabeth'S High School MORTON TERRACE | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Gainsborough Town Tennis Club REAR OF PEACOCK HOTEL REAR OF PEACOCK HOTEL CORRINGHAM ROAD | tennis courts | 950 yd |
| Marshalls Sports Ground PINGLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,071 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.