Colin Avenue is in Grimsby and in Great Grimsby district. DN32 8EX is located in the Heneage electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Grimsby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colin Avenue, Grimsby, DN32 8EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN32 8EP, DN32 8ET, DN32 8EU, DN32 8HD, DN32 8EY, DN32 8ES, DN32 8LA, DN32 8ER, DN32 8EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN32 8EX has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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 | 55.1% | 50% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 44.9% | 50% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 29.1% | 37.6% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 48.8% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 7.3% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 49.1% | 49.6% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 33.1% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 11.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 23.2% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 11.3% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 19.2% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 19.7% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.5% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 99.6% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 98.9% | 98.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.5% | 37.2% | 17.3% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colin Avenue was 106.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.5% lower than the Heneage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colin Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Heneage and the 201st highest crime rate of 515 local areas in North East Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Colin Avenue, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2025-03-28 | £91,831 |
| 31 Colin Avenue, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2021-08-02 | £136,992 |
| 29 Colin Avenue, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £118,500 | 2021-06-02 | £138,033 |
| 49 Colin Avenue, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-04-12 | £137,296 |
| 49 Colin Avenue, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2018-11-09 | £140,400 |
DN32 8EX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,576 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scartho Nursery School Pinfold Lane , Scartho DN33 2EW | 3out of 4 | 3,757 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Clee Primary School Colin Avenue , DN32 8EN | - not rated | 238 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Clee Primary Academy Colin Avenue , DN32 8EN | 3out of 4 | 238 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Clee Infants' School Colin Avenue , DN32 8EN | - not rated | 275 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Clee Junior School Colin Avenue , DN32 8EN | - not rated | 345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Barcroft Junior School Barnett Place , DN35 7SU | - not rated | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havelock Academy Holyoake Road , DN32 8JH | 3out of 4 | 529 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havelock School Holyoake Road , DN32 8JL | - not rated | 529 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's College, North East Lincolnshire Chatsworth Place , DN35 9NF | - not rated | 1,428 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Academy Chatsworth Place , DN35 9NF | - not rated | 1,428 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Humberstone Church of England School Chatsworth Place , DN35 9NF | - not rated | 1,428 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,784 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Franklin College Chelmsford Avenue , DN34 5BY | - not rated | 3,445 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Franklin Sixth Form College Chelmsford Avenue , DN34 5BY | - not rated | 3,508 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix House Pupil Referral Unit Harold Street , DN32 7NQ | - not rated | 850 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Park Academy Harold Street , DN32 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linkage College Weelsby Campus , Weelsby Road DN32 9RU | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Special Educational Needs Support Service (Senss) Holme Hill Education Centre , Wellington Street DN32 7DZ | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning4Life-GY 155-159 Freeman Street , Grimsby DN32 7AP | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CANOPY KITCHEN | GRANT THOROLD LIBRARY, DURBAN ROAD | 626 yd | |
| Drop In Cafe , Church of the Nazarene | Trinity Hall, Convamore Road | 1,028 yd | |
| Natural Beauty Salon | Pasture Street | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carr Lane Social Club | Carr Lane Social Club, Carr Lane | 237 yd | |
| The Empire | Runswick Road | 251 yd | |
| Spiders Web | Spiders Web, Carr Lane | 525 yd | |
| Honest Lawyer | Honest Lawyer, Ladysmith Road | 607 yd | |
| Old Clee Club | Old Clee Social Club, Clee Crescent | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong HouseTakeaway | 132, Roberts Street | 294 yd | |
| Marklews Fisheries | 109 Humberstone Road | 459 yd | |
| Pizza Parlour | Carr Lane | 465 yd | |
| Today's Extra Ramsdens (Subway) | 13 Carr Lane | 544 yd | |
| Carr Lane Chop Suey House | 45 Carr Lane | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Ltd, Ladysmith Road | 854 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Old Clee Primary Academy COLIN AVENUE | grass pitches | 334 yd |
| Clee Fields Playing Field LADYSMITH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Clee Fields Sports Hall CLEE FIELDS SPORTS HALL CLEE FIELDS SPORTS HALL LADYSMITH ROAD | 552 yd | |
| Havelock Academy HOLYOAKE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 580 yd |
| Everybodies Gym Ladysmith Road | health and fitness suite | 620 yd |
| King George V Athletics Stadium WEELSBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 663 yd |
| The Linden Club CLEE ROAD | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Hardys Recreation Ground CLEE ROAD | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Sidney Park SIDNEY PARK SIDNEY PARK BRERETON AVENUE | grass pitches | 937 yd |
| Welholme Academy WELHOLME ROAD | grass pitches | 1,073 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 147.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.