DN17 1ET is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Devonshire Road, 0.8km from Ashby in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for DN17 1ET are sourced from Output Area E00067204 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DEVONSHIRE ROAD, DN17 1ET House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEVONSHIRE ROAD, DN17 1ET.
311
40
£ 31,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN17 1ET 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
DN17 1ET is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 DN17 1ET. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 209,000
6 sales · Mean £ 233,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN17 1ET has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Priory Lane Community School
Melior Community Academy
Lincoln Gardens Primary School
Westcliffe Primary School
Willoughby Road Primary Academy
St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Oakfield Primary School
Bushfield Road Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Queensway1.0 km
- Butlers Club0.6 km
- Beacon Hotel0.4 km
- Ashby Mill Road Club0.9 km
- Heslam Park Club0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Coffee House0.8 km
- Clay Oven0.7 km
- Coffee at 430.9 km
- Laundry Lounge0.9 km
- Smoking Goat0.9 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Bellisimos Riddings0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Sabalan Pizza0.8 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Stars Takeaway0.7 km
- + 15 more
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Greggs0.7 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Lawy Mini Mar0.8 km
- Spar0.7 km
- 4K Store0.7 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
- Lincolnshire Co Op0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scunthorpe1.9 km
- Althorpe5.0 km
- Kirton Lindsey10.5 km
Bus Stops
- Devonshire Road0.0 km
- Devonshire Road0.1 km
- Devonshire Road0.1 km
- Devonshire Road0.1 km
- Dean Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DN171ET · Data under Open Government Licence