Westward Close is in Grimsby and in North East Lincolnshire district. DN34 5AN is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Great Grimsby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Westward Close, Grimsby, DN34 5AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN34 5AJ, DN34 5AL, DN34 5AP, DN34 5AW, DN34 5AE, DN34 5AG, DN34 5AR, DN34 5AF, DN34 4TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN34 5AN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.2% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50% | 49.8% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 DN34 5AN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% 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 | 13.6% | 17.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -20.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.7% | 55.2% | -15.5% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 10.5% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 14.8% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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 | 42.6% | 39.6% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 43.4% | 38.7% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 17% | 8.2% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.3% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 21.1% | 24.4% | 3.3% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 8.1% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12.4% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.1% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 14.4% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 29.7% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 8.7% | 2.9% | -5.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 92.2% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 94.1% | 90.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 91.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 1.3% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westward Close was 121.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.0% lower than the Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Westward Close has the 18th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Park and the 176th highest crime rate of 515 local areas in North East Lincolnshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Westward Close, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2025-08-20 | £172,817 |
| 4 Westward Close, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £69,950 | 2002-06-19 | £214,120 |
| 4 Westward Close, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,500 | 1999-11-25 | £218,065 |
| 4 Westward Close, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,000 | 1999-06-25 | £218,121 |
DN34 5AN 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 DN34 5AN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 55% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 895 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scartho Nursery School Pinfold Lane , Scartho DN33 2EW | 3out of 4 | 2,323 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Coates Village Nursery School Station Road , Great Coates DN37 9NN | 3out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nunsthorpe Junior School Sutcliffe Avenue , DN33 1AW | - not rated | 704 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Nunsthorpe Sutcliffe Avenue , DN33 1AW | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nunsthorpe Community School Sutcliffe Avenue , DN33 1AW | - not rated | 704 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nunsthorpe Infants' School Sutcliffe Avenue , DN33 1AN | - not rated | 895 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisle Marsden CofE (VA) Infant School Lansdowne Avenue , DN32 0DF | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 254 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Technology School Westward Ho , DN34 5AH | - not rated | 254 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Wootton Road , DN33 1HE | - not rated | 1,257 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Wintringham Weelsby Avenue , DN32 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wintringham School Weelsby Avenue , DN32 0AZ | - not rated | 1,511 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 | 329 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Franklin College Chelmsford Avenue , DN34 5BY | - not rated | 586 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Franklin Sixth Form College Chelmsford Avenue , DN34 5BY | - not rated | 647 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin's Preparatory School 63 Bargate , DN34 5AA | - not rated | 490 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' School 22 Bargate , DN34 4SY | - not rated | 685 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice House Sutcliffe Avenue , DN33 1AN | - not rated | 895 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sevenhills Academy Second Avenue , DN33 1NU | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Park Academy Cambridge Road , DN34 5EB | 3out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallery Restaurant | Grimsby Institute, Laceby Road | 341 yd | |
| The Atrium | Grimsby Institute, Laceby Road | 341 yd | |
| The Corner Lounge | Grimsby Institute, Laceby Road | 341 yd | |
| Campus Shop | Grimsby Institute, Laceby Road | 341 yd | |
| The Refectory | Grimsby Institute, Laceby Road | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James Tennis Club | St James Tennis Club, Hereford Avenue | 277 yd | |
| Grimsby Town Cricket Club | Grimsby Town Cricket Club, Augusta Street | 561 yd | |
| Cartergate Social Club | The Friargate House, Cartergate | 1,013 yd | |
| Vittles & Co | Brighowgate | 1,033 yd | |
| The County Hotel | Brighowgate | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belisima Pizza | Chelmsford Avenue | 730 yd | |
| Sizzling Wok | Second Avenue | 738 yd | |
| Russell's Takeaway t/a Russells Fish & Chip Shop | 50, Second Avenue | 747 yd | |
| Chelmsford Chinese Take Away | 123, Chelmsford Avenue | 751 yd | |
| Hungry Hogs Grimsby Ltd | Chelmsford Avenue | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods | Second Avenue | 802 yd | |
| Lincoln Co-Operative Society | Second Avenue | 1,026 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Maritime Academy WESTWARD HO | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 179 yd |
| Grimsby Institute GRIMSBY INSTITUTE GRIMSBY INSTITUTE LACEBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 354 yd |
| St. James' School Grimsby Limited Westward Ho | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Millfields Fitness BARGATE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 465 yd |
| Grimsby Town Cricket Club AUGUSTA STREET | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Franklin College CHELMSFORD AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 647 yd |
| Grimsby Institute Of Further & Higher Education (Nunsthorpe Campus) (Closed) Sutcliffe Avenue | health and fitness suite | 708 yd |
| Grimsby Swimming Pool (Closed) Scartho Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 883 yd |
| Barretts Recreation Grounds BARRETTS RECREATION GROUNDS PAVILION B BARRETTS RECREATION GROUNDS PAVILION B SCARTHO ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 904 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.