DN16 1BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodhouse Road, 0.5km from New Brumby in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Frodingham ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.
For families considering a move, DN16 1BD represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DN16 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00067181 (shared with 59 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODHOUSE ROAD, DN16 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODHOUSE ROAD, DN16 1BD.
276
39
£ 31,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN16 1BD 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
DN16 1BD is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN16 1BD. 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
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN16 1BD has low crime rates — 43 incidents 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
Outwood Academy Brumby
The Grange Primary School
Outwood Junior Academy Brumby
St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Go Outdoors Ltd0.7 km
- Nisa Local Gosal's0.7 km
- Bellingham Stores0.7 km
- One Stop0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Pizza Time0.7 km
- Sams Sandwich Bar / Fish & Chips0.7 km
- Man Lee Takeaway0.7 km
- Smoke & Iron Ltd0.9 km
- Canton0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Masey's Cafe0.3 km
- Lebus Canteen0.7 km
- Claires Cafe0.3 km
- Grange Farm Hobbies Centre0.5 km
- Harlequin Office Furniture Ltd0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe2.2 km
- Althorpe7.3 km
- Brigg9.6 km
Bus Stops
- Clugstons0.4 km
- Clugstons0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DN161BD · Data under Open Government Licence