Clay Lane is in Scotter, Gainsborough and in West Lindsey district. DN21 3UE 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 Clay Lane, Scotter, Gainsborough, DN21 3UE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN21 3UF, DN21 3UG, DN21 3UR, DN21 3SW, DN21 3SR, DN21 3UD, DN21 3UQ, DN21 3RX, DN21 3TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN21 3UE 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 | 50.4% | 50.8% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.2% | -0.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of DN21 3UE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.4% 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 | 16.3% | 15.9% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -22.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69% | 63.4% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 19.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 9.8% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 10.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 41.5% | 50.2% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 32.3% | -9.4% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 12.9% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.2% | 15% | 1.8% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 8.4% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 17.3% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38% | 36.1% | -1.9% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.8% | 96.4% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 95.8% | 94.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 94.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clay Lane was 18.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.5% lower than the Gainsborough North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Clay Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Gainsborough North and the 43rd lowest crime rate of 306 local areas in West Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow-Dene Clay Lane, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2013-06-14 | £450,016 |
| Riverside Lodge Clay Lane, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2004-02-18 | £363,359 |
DN21 3UE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 3UE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 151 |
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotter Primary School High Street , Scotter DN21 3RY | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Messingham Primary School Briggate Drive , Messingham DN17 3TN | 3out of 4 | 3,782 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Act Fast NL Ltd Kieradan Park , North Moor Lane DN17 3PS | - not rated | 4,979 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Over 65's Luncheon Club | Scotter Library, High Street | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Swan | White Swan, 9 The Green | 125 yd | |
| Sun & Anchor | Sun And Anchor Inn, 54 High Street | 260 yd | |
| Gamekeeper Inn | The Gamekeeper, 40 High Street | 327 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| House Of Choy | 1 The Green | 217 yd | |
| The Sandwich Box | 64 High Street | 260 yd | |
| Scotter Fisheries | 1 Messingham Road | 289 yd | |
| Kims Kitchen | 1 Messingham Road | 289 yd | |
| The Friary | Unit 4, 72 High Street | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd | 70 High Street | 301 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scotter Playing Fields HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Northmoor Park SCOTTER UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB SCOTTER UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB NORTH MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 717 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.