DN21 1DR is an up-and-coming urban area on Washington Street, 0.9km from Gainsborough in Gainsborough. Administratively it sits within Gainsborough South-West ward and the Gainsborough constituency.
For renters and young professionals, DN21 1DR offers these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 125 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 162.7% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DN21 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00134037 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WASHINGTON STREET, DN21 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WASHINGTON STREET, DN21 1DR.
345
40
£ 28,800 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN21 1DR 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
DN21 1DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 39% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £155k. Property prices are trending up 162.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN21 1DR. The average age is 40.5. 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 mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 65,000
3 sales · Mean £ 61,000
Semi-Detached
£ 245,000
3 sales · Mean £ 185,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DN21 1DR is above average at 125 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Benjamin Adlard Primary School
Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy
St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy
White's Wood Academy
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School
The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- The Corner Shop0.2 km
- Trinity Mini Market0.7 km
- Holland and Barrett1.0 km
- Wilkinsons1.0 km
- Caddy's Kabin0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Gainsborough & District United Services Club0.6 km
- Gainsborough Sport & Social Club0.8 km
- Trinity Arts Centre0.8 km
- Trent Port0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- McDonalds0.8 km
- Reeds Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.9 km
- Adam's Bay Fish & Chips Restaurant0.4 km
- Cream1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Beijing Kitchen0.2 km
- China Chef0.8 km
- Mei's Kitchen0.4 km
- Gainsborough Grill0.4 km
- Nibbles0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gainsborough Lea Road0.4 km
- Gainsborough Central1.1 km
- Gainsborough1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Washington Street0.1 km
- Drake Street0.2 km
- Drake Street0.2 km
- Strafford Street0.2 km
- St Johns Church0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DN211DR · Data under Open Government Licence