Postcode Analysis West Lindsey, East Midlands

LEA ROAD, DN21 1AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEA ROAD, DN21 1AD.

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Population

345

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 28,800 /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: DN21 1AD 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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1/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DN21 1AD spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £114k. Property prices are trending up 156.7% year-on-year.

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

DN21 1AD is an up-and-coming urban area on Lea Road, 1.0km from Gainsborough in Gainsborough. Administratively it sits within Gainsborough South-West ward and the Gainsborough constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — 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, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 125 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £114k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 156.7% year-on-year. 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 DN21 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00134037 (shared with 13 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 DN21 1AD. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 64,500

4 sales · Mean £ 63,737

Semi-Detached

£ 92,500

3 sales · Mean £ 85,166

Detached

£ 195,000

1 sales · Mean £ 195,000

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

Crime around DN21 1AD is above average at 125 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.

Violence and sexual offences134
Anti-social behaviour96
Criminal damage and arson43
Shoplifting31
Public order18

school Local Schools

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Benjamin Adlard Primary School

Good230 pupils0.3 km
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Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy

Good112 pupils1.1 km
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St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough

Good188 pupils1.2 km
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The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy

Outstanding240 pupils1.3 km
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White's Wood Academy

Good214 pupils1.5 km
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The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School

Good289 pupils1.6 km
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The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School

Good200 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • The Corner Shop0.3 km
  • Trinity Mini Market0.7 km
  • Caddy's Kabin0.7 km
  • Kefir0.8 km
  • Polish Deli0.6 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Gainsborough & District United Services Club0.5 km
  • Gainsborough Sport & Social Club0.8 km
  • Trinity Arts Centre0.9 km
  • Trent Port0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • McDonalds0.8 km
  • Reeds Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.9 km
  • Adam's Bay Fish & Chips Restaurant0.4 km
  • Dine at the Bridge0.5 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Beijing Kitchen0.1 km
  • China Chef0.8 km
  • Mei's Kitchen0.5 km
  • Gainsborough Grill0.5 km
  • Nibbles0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gainsborough Lea Road0.4 km
  • Gainsborough Central1.2 km
  • Gainsborough1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Drake Street0.1 km
  • Washington Street0.1 km
  • Drake Street0.1 km
  • South County Infant School0.2 km
  • South County Infant School0.2 km