Freshney Drive is in Grimsby and in Great Grimsby district. DN31 1TN is located in the West Marsh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Grimsby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Freshney Drive, Grimsby, DN31 1TN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN31 1XX, DN31 1XQ, DN31 1XS, DN31 1XR, DN31 1TR, DN31 1XU, DN31 1XP, DN31 1TS, DN31 1XL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN31 1TN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 37% | 33.3% | -3.7% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31% | 38.5% | 7.5% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 19% | 19.2% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 10.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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% | 37.3% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 38% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 17.6% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 DN31 1TN this area, 28.6% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.5% | 28.6% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 15% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 16.4% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 11.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 16.4% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 3% | 5.6% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.7% | 98.4% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 84.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 84.4% | -9.0% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 12.9% | 10.0% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 84% | -9.4% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 6.2% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 6.6% | 6.2% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 7.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Freshney Drive was 477.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% higher than the West Marsh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Freshney Drive has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in West Marsh and the 29th highest crime rate of 515 local areas in North East Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 209.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Freshney Drive, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2025-06-26 | £36,481 |
| 1 Freshney Drive, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £69,950 | 2025-06-16 | £72,911 |
| 17 Freshney Drive, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2023-09-18 | £123,158 |
| 21 Freshney Drive, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2020-07-24 | £144,901 |
| 9 Freshney Drive, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2015-10-01 | £70,980 |
DN31 1TN 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nunsthorpe Nursery and Early Excellence Centre Sutcliffe Avenue , DN33 1AN | - not rated | 2,631 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Coates Village Nursery School Station Road , Great Coates DN37 9NN | 3out of 4 | 3,219 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scartho Nursery School Pinfold Lane , Scartho DN33 2EW | 3out of 4 | 4,037 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Parade Infant School Fildes Street , DN31 1TU | - not rated | 329 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Parade Junior School South Parade , DN31 1TX | - not rated | 340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Parade Primary School South Parade , DN31 1TU | - not rated | 381 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston South Parade Academy South Parade , DN31 1TU | 3out of 4 | 381 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Macaulay Infants' School Macaulay Street , DN31 2ES | - not rated | 801 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Maritime Academy Westward Ho , DN34 5AH | 3out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Technology School Westward Ho , DN34 5AH | - not rated | 1,828 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Western Technology School Cambridge Road , DN34 5TD | - not rated | 2,514 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Wintringham Weelsby Avenue , DN32 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,679 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wintringham School Weelsby Avenue , DN32 0AZ | - not rated | 2,679 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEC Partnership Nuns Corner , DN34 5BQ | - not rated | 2,048 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Franklin College Chelmsford Avenue , DN34 5BY | - not rated | 2,052 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Franklin Sixth Form College Chelmsford Avenue , DN34 5BY | - not rated | 2,140 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Personal Development Centres Ltd Units 5-6 , Rendel Street DN31 1SF | - not rated | 524 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St James' School 22 Bargate , DN34 4SY | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning4Life-GY 155-159 Freeman Street , Grimsby DN32 7AP | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Special Educational Needs Support Service (Senss) Holme Hill Education Centre , Wellington Street DN32 7DZ | - not rated | 1,466 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's Preparatory School 63 Bargate , DN34 5AA | - not rated | 1,834 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pavilion Cafe | The Pavilion | 50 yd | |
| Snax Corner (ex Gut Busters) | Belly Buster, Heritage House, Armstrong Street | 352 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Customer Cafe | J Sainsbury Plc, Corporation Road | 435 yd | |
| Bun on the Run | Alexandra Road | 454 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Baxtergate Square, Baxtergate | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Standard Club & Institute | New Standard Club & Institute, Freshney Drive | 49 yd | |
| Walters Bar | Walters, Old Market Place | 676 yd | |
| The Parity | 21-23 Old Market Place | 699 yd | |
| Tivoli Tavern | Tivolii Tavern, Old Market Place | 721 yd | |
| Eden | Old Market Place | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shang Hai | Corporation Road | 172 yd | |
| Harry's Haddock | Lord Street | 334 yd | |
| Beijing House | Lord Street | 400 yd | |
| Bad Boy Bagel Suppliers Ltd T/A The Bad boy Bagel Co | 1A, New Cartergate | 453 yd | |
| Sun Fung House | Gilbey Road | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Corporation Road | 435 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Corporation Road | 435 yd | |
| Iceland Food Warehouse | Unit D, Alexandra Retail Park, Corporation Road | 595 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Victoria Street | 696 yd | |
| Lidl | 123 Cromwell Road | 875 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Marsh Community Centre BEESON STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 300 yd |
| Ormiston South Parade Primary Academy SOUTH PARADE | grass pitches | 318 yd |
| Pure Gym (Grimsby) UNIT 2-3 UNIT 2-3 RIVERHEAD | health and fitness suite | 763 yd |
| Macaulay Primary Academy MACAULAY STREET | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Littlecoates Primary School HARLOW STREET | grass pitches | 966 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 4.3% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 240.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.