Is DN17 3RZ a safe place to live?

Yes, DN17 3RZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DN17 3RZ?

The average property price in DN17 3RZ is currently around £145k.

What is the population of DN17 3RZ?

The population for the DN17 3RZ area is approximately 280 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

NORTHFIELD ROAD, DN17 3RZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHFIELD ROAD, DN17 3RZ.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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9/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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3/10

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6/10

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1/10

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6/10

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9/10

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Area Character

DN17 3RZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 72% 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. Property prices are trending up 60.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DN17 3RZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Northfield Road, 0.5km from Messingham in Messingham. Administratively it sits within Ridge ward and the Scunthorpe constituency.

For families considering a move, DN17 3RZ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 60.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DN17 3RZ are sourced from Output Area E00067256 (shared with 8 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 3RZ. The average age is 52.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%

Asian / British Asian1.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 145,000

7 sales · Mean £ 154,492

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

DN17 3RZ has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8

Other theft3

Other crime2

Bicycle theft1

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Messingham Primary School

Good253 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

Jet Premier Express at Spencers Garage0.6 km
Messingham Convenience Store0.4 km
Londis0.4 km
Teasdales0.4 km
Thai Castle Plasketts0.5 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby

The Green Tree0.4 km
Crown Inn0.4 km
Pooley's0.6 km
Bird in the Barley0.7 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby

Cafe 19060.2 km
Casa Della Pasta0.7 km
Crown Inn Kitchen Franchise0.4 km
Horn Inn0.5 km
Messingham Community Hub & Cafe0.4 km
+ 2 more

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Co-op Messingham0.3 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop