DN16 1BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from New Brumby in Scunthorpe. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Frodingham ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.
Within the DN16 district, this postcode is characterised by a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for DN16 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00067181 (shared with 59 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DN16 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DN16 1BB.
276
39
£ 31,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN16 1BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 39, DN16 1BB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN16 1BB. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DN16 1BB is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Luke's Primary School
St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy
St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School
Coritani Academy
The Grange Primary School
Outwood Academy Brumby
St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Go Outdoors Ltd0.5 km
- Nisa Local Gosal's0.9 km
- Ashby Mini Market0.9 km
- Bellingham Stores0.6 km
- One Stop0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Pizza Time0.8 km
- Sams Sandwich Bar / Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Man Lee Takeaway0.9 km
- Canton0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Masey's Cafe0.5 km
- Lebus Canteen0.5 km
- Claires Cafe0.4 km
- Grange Farm Hobbies Centre0.4 km
- Harlequin Office Furniture Ltd0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Food Warehouse1.0 km
- Lidl0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Ashby Lodge1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe2.4 km
- Althorpe7.4 km
- Brigg9.4 km
Bus Stops
- Clugstons0.2 km
- Clugstons0.2 km
- Bellingham Road0.4 km
- Bellingham Road0.4 km
- Tennyson Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DN161BB · Data under Open Government Licence