Thonock Road is in Blyton, Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 3HR is located in the Scotter and Blyton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gainsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thonock Road, Blyton, Gainsborough, DN21 3HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN21 3HR is primarily male, with 54.3% of the population 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 | 50.2% | 45.7% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 54.3% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
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 | 20% | 29.2% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.3% | 48.1% | -20.2% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 7.6% | 5.4% | 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 | 55.7% | 49% | -6.7% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 32.2% | 4.1% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 14.9% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2.4% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 15.8% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 9.2% | -10.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 14.1% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 9.2% | 7.0% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 26.1% | 13.3% | 16.9% | 9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 22.8% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.3% | 98.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 98.1% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thonock Road was 76.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.2% lower than the Gainsborough North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thonock Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Gainsborough North and the 102nd highest crime rate of 307 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% 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 Laundry Cottages Thonock Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2000-10-13 | £234,795 |
| 1 Laundry Cottages Thonock Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £40,501 | 1996-01-02 | £207,234 |
DN21 3HR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 26% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DN21 3HR 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.
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,864 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Wood Academy The Avenue , DN21 1EH | 3out of 4 | 2,396 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morton Trentside Primary School Crooked Billet Street , Morton DN21 3AH | 3out of 4 | 2,773 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mercer's Wood Academy Ropery Road , DN21 2PD | 3out of 4 | 3,163 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The North-County Primary School, Gainsborough Ropery Road , DN21 2PD | - not rated | 3,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School Baines Road , DN21 1TE | - not rated | 3,194 yd | Community 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 | 2out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gainsborough Academy Sweyn Lane , Off Corringham Road DN21 1PB | - not rated | 2,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hills School The Avenue , DN21 1PY | - not rated | 2,414 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Hills Community Arts College The Avenue , DN21 1PY | - not rated | 2,414 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough Morton Terrace , DN21 2ST | 3out of 4 | 2,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlefield School Middlefield Lane , DN21 1PU | - not rated | 4,087 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aegir - A Specialist Academy Sweyn Lane , DN21 1PB | 3out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aegir Community School Gainsborough Educational Village , Sweyn Lane DN21 1PB | - not rated | 2,459 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yail (Gainsborough) 22 North Marsh Road , DN21 2RN | - not rated | 2,927 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Handel House Preparatory School The Northolme , DN21 2JB | - not rated | 3,127 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beckett School White's Wood Lane , DN21 1TW | - not rated | 3,144 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.