DN17 1DB is a well-regarded residential area on Glanville Avenue, 0.5km from Brumby, Old in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £171k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DN17 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00067198 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLANVILLE AVENUE, DN17 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLANVILLE AVENUE, DN17 1DB.
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DN17 1DB spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN17 1DB. 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
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 171,250
2 sales · Mean £ 171,250
Detached
£ 205,000
3 sales · Mean £ 203,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DN17 1DB is moderate at 69 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
Bushfield Road Infant School
Melior Community Academy
St Hugh's Special School
Priory Lane Community School
Outwood Junior Academy Brumby
Outwood Academy Brumby
Lincoln Gardens Primary School
Oasis Academy Parkwood
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Applegreen Service Station0.4 km
- Avenue Stores0.2 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Brumby Hall Events0.6 km
- The Queensway0.4 km
- Heslam Park Club0.5 km
- Priory Hotel0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Stars Takeaway0.5 km
- China Town0.5 km
- Naga Spice0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Lunch Express0.4 km
- Pods Cafe by North Lincs Council Catering0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe1.2 km
- Althorpe4.8 km
- Crowle10.4 km
Bus Stops
- Danum Road0.0 km
- Danum Road0.0 km
- Lloyds Avenue0.1 km
- Lloyds Avenue0.1 km
- Hamilton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DN171DB · Data under Open Government Licence