Great Coates & The Willows

Great Coates & The Willows is a primarily residential area situated to the west of Grimsby in North East Lincolnshire. The landscape is characterised by open fields and the course of the Old Fleet waterway, which traces the area's historical boundary. Housing consists largely of post-war developments and more recent estates, providing homes within a semi-rural setting. The presence of the A180 road defines the southern edge, offering a direct transport link for residents.

The area includes Great Coates village, which retains a more traditional centre with its parish church. Local amenities are focused on serving the immediate community, with several schools and shopping facilities. A notable feature is the proximity to the Humber Estuary's industrial complexes, whose structures form a constant backdrop on the horizon. The overall atmosphere is one of a settled suburb, where residential streets gradually give way to agricultural land.