DN17 1DS is a sought-after residential area on West Common Lane, 0.4km from Westcliff in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DN17, DN17 1DS offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DN17 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00067200 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST COMMON LANE, DN17 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST COMMON LANE, DN17 1DS.
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41
£ 36,700 /yr
51%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. DN17 1DS's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN17 1DS. The average age is 41.4. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN17 1DS has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and bicycle theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Melior Community Academy
Priory Lane Community School
Westcliffe Primary School
Oasis Academy Parkwood
Bushfield Road Infant School
Lincoln Gardens Primary School
St Hugh's Special School
Outwood Junior Academy Brumby
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Parkwood Community Hub1.0 km
- Arcafe0.7 km
- Lunch Express0.5 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Tesco Express0.7 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Spar0.9 km
- Applegreen Service Station0.9 km
- Avenue Stores0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Queensway1.0 km
- Beacon Hotel1.0 km
- Priory Hotel1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Stars Takeaway0.9 km
- China Town0.9 km
- Naga Spice0.9 km
- Pizza Plaza0.7 km
- Sams Plaice0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe1.7 km
- Althorpe4.4 km
- Crowle10.0 km
Bus Stops
- John Leggott College0.0 km
- John Leggott College0.1 km
- Peveril Avenue0.2 km
- Peveril Avenue0.2 km
- North Lindsey College0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DN171DS · Data under Open Government Licence