Postcode Analysis North Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

CANTERBURY CLOSE, DN17 1PU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANTERBURY CLOSE, DN17 1PU.

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Population

382

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 31,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DN17 1PU 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.

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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

DN17 1PU has a significant social housing presence — 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 31-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DN17 1PU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Canterbury Close, 0.2km from Westcliff in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Brumby ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DN17 1PU is 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. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 DN17 1PU are sourced from Output Area E00067025 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN17 1PU. The average age is 31.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 88,000

5 sales · Mean £ 82,700

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DN17 1PU is moderate at 76 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.

Violence and sexual offences204
Criminal damage and arson39
Anti-social behaviour38
Public order33
Shoplifting19

school Local Schools

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Westcliffe Primary School

Good340 pupils0.5 km
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Oasis Academy Parkwood

Good352 pupils0.7 km
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Melior Community Academy

Good806 pupils1.0 km
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Priory Lane Community School

Requires Improvement363 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Poppin Shop1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Lunch Express1.0 km
  • Parkwood Community Hub0.6 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Arcafe0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Panku Scunthorpe0.9 km
  • Pizza Plaza0.2 km
  • Sams Plaice0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Scunthorpe2.3 km
  • Althorpe3.8 km
  • Crowle9.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Swinburne Road0.0 km
  • Swinburne Road0.0 km
  • Youth Centre0.2 km
  • Barnstaple Road0.2 km
  • Barnstaple Road0.2 km