DN21 1AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lea Road in Gainsborough. Administratively it sits within Gainsborough South-West ward and the Gainsborough constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £147k, 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 DN21 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00134027 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEA ROAD, DN21 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEA ROAD, DN21 1AP.
440
45
£ 28,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN21 1AP 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DN21 1AP spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN21 1AP. The average age is 44.6. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 159,950
5 sales · Mean £ 134,090
Detached
£ 283,250
2 sales · Mean £ 283,250
Terraced
£ 64,000
3 sales · Mean £ 85,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DN21 1AP is moderate at 70 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.
school Local Schools
Benjamin Adlard Primary School
St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gainsborough Lea Road0.6 km
- Gainsborough Central2.1 km
- Gainsborough2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Drovers Call PH0.2 km
- Drovers Call PH0.2 km
- Mayflower Close0.3 km
- Mayflower Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DN211AP · Data under Open Government Licence