DN17 1SQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Westcliff in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Burringham and Gunness ward and the Brigg and Goole constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An established, mature community with an average age of 72 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DN17 1SQ are sourced from Output Area E00067049 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DN17 1SQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DN17 1SQ.
210
72
£ 37,100 /yr
19%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN17 1SQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 72, 89% owned. DN17 1SQ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN17 1SQ. The average age is 72.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN17 1SQ has low crime rates — 25 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
Westcliffe Primary School
Oasis Academy Parkwood
Melior Community Academy
Priory Lane Community School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Tesco Express0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
- Poppin Shop1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Ashby Decoy Golf Club0.8 km
- Parkwood Community Hub0.9 km
- Subway0.6 km
- Arcafe0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Panku Scunthorpe0.6 km
- Pizza Plaza0.6 km
- Sams Plaice0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe2.9 km
- Althorpe3.5 km
- Crowle8.9 km
Bus Stops
- Parklands Caravan Site0.1 km
- Parklands0.3 km
- Whitman Road0.3 km
- Whitman Road0.3 km
- Whitman Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DN171SQ · Data under Open Government Licence