NG17 1DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dovedale Avenue, 1.3km from Fulwood in Sutton in Ashfield. Administratively it sits within Sutton St Mary's ward and the Ashfield constituency.
For families considering a move, NG17 1DU represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £206k, up 8.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG17 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00142486 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOVEDALE AVENUE, NG17 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOVEDALE AVENUE, NG17 1DU.
237
38
£ 39,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG17 1DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NG17 1DU is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG17 1DU. The average age is 38.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 227,500
2 sales · Mean £ 227,500
Semi-Detached
£ 200,000
7 sales · Mean £ 207,000
Detached
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG17 1DU has low crime rates — 42 incidents 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
Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School
Sutton Community Academy
St Mary Magdalene CofE Primary School
Leamington Primary and Nursery Academy
Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School
Ashfield Comprehensive School
Croft Primary School
Priestsic Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Alan's Family Butchers0.9 km
- Colledges Butchers0.9 km
- The Little Bee Company0.9 km
- Arden News0.9 km
- Andrews News & Booze0.9 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- TOSCANA0.8 km
- Tony's Snack Bar0.9 km
- AK Cafe0.9 km
- Cafe Moda0.9 km
- Curry Queen0.7 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Bainbridge Ballroom0.7 km
- Grosvenor Rooms0.4 km
- Mansfield Hosiery Mills Sports and Social0.4 km
- Nags Head0.9 km
- The Devonshire Arms0.6 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Poundworld/Bargain Buys0.9 km
- The Co-Op0.6 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Fortune House0.7 km
- Jade Garden0.4 km
- Papa Johns Pizza1.0 km
- Sea Fish Sutton0.7 km
- Twitchell Chippy0.8 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ashfield Bed and Breakfast0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sutton Parkway2.4 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield2.6 km
- Mansfield Station5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Castlewood Grove0.3 km
- Clumber Street0.3 km
- Twin Oaks Drive0.3 km
- Spring Road0.4 km
- Spring Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NG171DU · Data under Open Government Licence