DN38 6AW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bentley Lane, 0.1km from Grasby in Grasby. Administratively it sits within Kelsey Wold ward and the Gainsborough constituency.
For families considering a move, DN38 6AW represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DN38 6AW are sourced from Output Area E00134053 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BENTLEY LANE, DN38 6AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENTLEY LANE, DN38 6AW.
423
49
£ 40,100 /yr
43%
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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DN38 6AW — age 49, 91% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN38 6AW. The average age is 49.1. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
4 sales · Mean £ 176,237
Detached
£ 185,000
1 sales · Mean £ 185,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN38 6AW has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Grasby All Saints Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Cross Keys0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnetby6.2 km
- Brigg8.7 km
- Habrough10.6 km
Bus Stops
- Village Hall0.1 km
- Demand Responsive Area0.1 km
- Village Hall0.2 km
- 4 Brigg Road0.5 km
- 4 Brigg Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DN386AW · Data under Open Government Licence