Postcode Analysis North Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

WEST VIEW, DN17 2SP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST VIEW, DN17 2SP.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 42,100 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DN17 2SP 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DN17 2SP — age 44, 83% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DN17 2SP is a safe, established residential area on West View, 0.1km from Yaddlethorpe in Scunthorpe. Administratively it sits within Bottesford ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.

For families considering a move, DN17 2SP represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DN17 2SP are sourced from Output Area E00066920 (shared with 6 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 2SP. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 128,500

12 sales · Mean £ 132,541

Detached

£ 126,000

1 sales · Mean £ 126,000

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

DN17 2SP has low crime rates — 19 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.

Violence and sexual offences25
Public order8
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson6
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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Enderby Road Infant School

Good120 pupils0.5 km
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Leys Farm Junior School

Good132 pupils0.6 km
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Willoughby Road Primary Academy

Good323 pupils0.8 km
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Bottesford Junior School

Good264 pupils1.2 km
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Bottesford Infant School

Outstanding208 pupils1.2 km
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Oakfield Primary School

Good304 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Bottesford Town Football Club & Snack Shack0.3 km
  • Black Beauty0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Southpark Enterprise College0.3 km
  • South Park Cafe0.7 km
  • Miller & Carter0.8 km
  • Cheeky Chimps0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Chillies Takeaway0.3 km
  • Milanos0.3 km
  • Yaddlethorpe Takeaway0.3 km
  • Kingstons Fish & Chips1.0 km
  • Oh My Pizza0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Spar Quebec Supermarket0.4 km
  • One Stop0.9 km
  • Riddings Service Station0.8 km
  • Weldricks Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Costcutter0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lincolnshire Co Op1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Scunthorpe3.8 km
  • Althorpe5.4 km
  • Kirton Lindsey9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Mason Drive0.1 km
  • Mason Drive0.1 km
  • Hurst Lane0.2 km
  • Hurst Lane0.2 km
  • Hammerton Road0.3 km