DN16 1ED is a safe, established residential area on Poplar Tree Avenue, 0.4km from Lincoln Gardens in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Frodingham ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.
For families considering a move, DN16 1ED represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DN16 1ED are sourced from Output Area E00067182 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
POPLAR TREE AVENUE, DN16 1ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POPLAR TREE AVENUE, DN16 1ED.
379
35
£ 31,300 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN16 1ED 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 35, DN16 1ED has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN16 1ED. The average age is 35.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN16 1ED has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Outwood Academy Brumby
Outwood Junior Academy Brumby
St Hugh's Special School
Lincoln Gardens Primary School
Bushfield Road Infant School
St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy
St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Luke's Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- One Stop0.6 km
- Spar1.0 km
- APNA Local0.5 km
- Cram Vape0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Talbot Inn0.9 km
- Appleby Frodingham Works Athletic Club0.3 km
- Glenny's Bar0.9 km
- Heslam Park Club0.7 km
- The Queensway0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Claires Cafe1.0 km
- Peggy's World CIC0.8 km
- Forge Project0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Mamma Mia Pizza1.0 km
- Pizza Time0.6 km
- Man Lee Takeaway0.6 km
- Smoke & Iron Ltd1.0 km
- Golden Dragon Takeaway0.8 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe1.3 km
- Althorpe6.1 km
- Kirton Lindsey10.7 km
Bus Stops
- Brumby Resource Centre0.1 km
- Brumby Resource Centre0.1 km
- Hampton Road0.2 km
- Hampton Road0.2 km
- Hampton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DN161ED · Data under Open Government Licence