DN17 1BH is a sought-after residential area on Norman Crescent, 0.7km from Brumby, Old in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.
For families considering a move, DN17 1BH represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £195k, down 10.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DN17 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00067198 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORMAN CRESCENT, DN17 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORMAN CRESCENT, DN17 1BH.
281
44
£ 36,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DN17 1BH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 10.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN17 1BH. The average age is 43.8. 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 & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 167,950
7 sales · Mean £ 155,421
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN17 1BH has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Melior Community Academy
Priory Lane Community School
Bushfield Road Infant School
Lincoln Gardens Primary School
Outwood Junior Academy Brumby
St Hugh's Special School
Westcliffe Primary School
Outwood Academy Brumby
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Brumby Hall Events0.9 km
- The Queensway0.6 km
- Butlers Club0.9 km
- Beacon Hotel0.9 km
- Heslam Park Club0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Stars Takeaway0.5 km
- China Town0.5 km
- Mandarin House0.9 km
- Naga Spice0.5 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Greggs0.4 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Applegreen Service Station0.5 km
- Avenue Stores0.4 km
- Blyton Ice Cream0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Lunch Express0.5 km
- Pods Cafe by North Lincs Council Catering0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe1.4 km
- Althorpe4.8 km
- Crowle10.4 km
Bus Stops
- West Common Lane0.1 km
- West Common Lane0.1 km
- Hawthorn Crescent0.1 km
- Malvern Road0.1 km
- Malvern Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DN171BH · Data under Open Government Licence