Forge Way is in Holton Le Clay, Grimsby and in East Lindsey district. DN36 5YB is located in the Holton-le-Clay & North Thoresby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Louth and Horncastle. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forge Way, Holton Le Clay, Grimsby, DN36 5YB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN36 5YA, DN36 5EY, DN36 5YD, DN36 5FE, DN36 5HE, DN36 5DE, DN36 5HA, DN36 5EX, DN36 5DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN36 5YB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 51.3% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48.7% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 DN36 5YB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69% 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 | 12.4% | 13.9% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -24.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73% | 69% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 24.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 9.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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% | 50.3% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 33.2% | -7.9% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.3% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 16.8% | 18.4% | 1.6% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 5.5% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 16.9% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 10.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.2% | 18.4% | 0.2% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 29% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.7% | 96.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 96.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.2% | 37.2% | -14.0% |
| Christian | 72.9% | 46.2% | 26.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forge Way was 26.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.3% lower than the Binbrook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Forge Way has the 37th lowest crime rate of 96 local areas in Binbrook and the 118th lowest crime rate of 488 local areas in East Lindsey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Forge Way, Grimsby, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-02-11 | £320,151 |
| 10 Forge Way, Grimsby, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-02-28 | £233,333 |
| 14 Forge Way, Grimsby, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2017-07-14 | £323,102 |
| 1 Forge Way, Grimsby, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2015-11-27 | £321,041 |
| 7 Forge Way, Grimsby, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2015-11-11 | £306,247 |
DN36 5YB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 DN36 5YB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scartho Nursery School Pinfold Lane , Scartho DN33 2EW | 4out of 4 | 3,817 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holton Le Clay Infant School Church Lane , Holton-le-Clay DN36 5AQ | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holton-le-Clay Junior School Picksley Crescent , Holton-le-Clay DN36 5DR | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Enfield Academy of New Waltham Enfield Avenue , New Waltham DN36 4RB | 3out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Waltham Academy Peaks Lane , New Waltham DN36 4NH | 3out of 4 | 2,115 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Leas Primary Academy Manor Drive , Waltham DN37 0NU | 3out of 4 | 2,639 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tollbar Academy Station Road , New Waltham DN36 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,782 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Humberston Academy Humberston Avenue , Humberston DN36 4TF | 4out of 4 | 3,504 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Wintringham Weelsby Avenue , DN32 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 4,956 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleethorpes Academy Grainsby Avenue , DN35 9NX | 3out of 4 | 5,055 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Academy Chatsworth Place , DN35 9NF | 3out of 4 | 5,118 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humberston Park School St Thomas Close , Humberston DN36 4HS | 4out of 4 | 3,719 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sevenhills Academy Second Avenue , DN33 1NU | 3out of 4 | 5,056 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Linkage College Weelsby Campus , Weelsby Road DN32 9RU | - not rated | 5,260 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Candles | 105 Louth Road, Holton Le Clay | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Inn, 68 Louth Road | 371 yd | |
| The Holt | The Holt, 1A Pinfold Lane | 573 yd | |
| Holton Le Clay Cricket Club | Holton Le Clay Cricket Club, Tetney Lane | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holton Chippy Ltd | 117 Louth Road, Holton Le Clay | 230 yd | |
| Holton Le Clay Kebab House | 101 Louth Road, Holton Le Clay | 230 yd | |
| Route 68 Pizzeria | Royal Oak Inn, 68 Louth Road | 546 yd | |
| Pomodoro Pizzeria & Grill House Ltd | Pomodoro Pizzeria And Grill House, Pinfold Lane | 660 yd | |
| Ali'S Indian Restaurant | Alis Indian Restaurant Unit 6, Pinfold Lane | 660 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holton-Le-Clay Cricket Club Tetney Lane | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Holton Le Clay Junior School PICKSLEY CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,030 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 | 173.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.