Thorne Road is in Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN1 2EX is located in the Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN1 2QG, DN1 2LW, DN1 2HZ, DN1 2QF, DN1 2LN, DN1 2LS, DN1 2QE, DN1 2JF, DN1 2JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN1 2EX is primarily male, with 61.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.1% | 38.6% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -12.4% |
| Male | 54.9% | 61.4% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 12.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DN1 2EX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.9% | 43.2% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 32.8% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -11.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 17.6% | 16.1% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.6% | 46.1% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 32.4% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 17.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 3.7% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.1% | 22.9% | 1.8% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8.9% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 14.6% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 15.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 30.6% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 8.6% | 1.9% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 6.3% | 1.4% | -4.9% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 7.3% | 13.8% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 11.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 80.1% | 73.8% | -6.3% | 81.4% | -7.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 66% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 66% | -13.4% | 83.2% | -17.2% |
| European Union | 10.1% | 15.3% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.7% | 10.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | 4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.4% | 65.2% | -14.2% | 83.2% | -18.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 15.7% | 12.6% | 9.8% | 5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 8.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 7% | 6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 4.8% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 6% | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| Romania | 5.1% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.7% | 37.2% | -7.5% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 17.4% | 6.5% | 10.9% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorne Road was 211.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.6% lower than the Hexthorpe & Balby North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thorne Road has the 29th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Hexthorpe & Balby North and the 162nd highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 104.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59A Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-05-26 | £98,379 |
| 59 Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-05-26 | £464,566 |
| 63 Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-12-23 | £314,380 |
| 1 Edenfield Villas Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-04-13 | £522,816 |
| 3 Edenfield Villas Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-02-15 | £378,531 |
DN1 2EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 126 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town Field Primary School Thorne Road , DN1 2JS | 2out of 4 | 445 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atlas Academy Prospect Place , DN1 3QP | 1out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School Roberts Road , Balby DN4 0JN | 3out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Monmouth Road , DN2 4JP | 3out of 4 | 1,719 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Intake Primary Academy Sidney Road , Intake DN2 6EW | 3out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall Cross Academy Thorne Road , DN1 2HY | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | - not rated | 812 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP School Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 4out of 4 | 1,656 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP East Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | - not rated | 1,680 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astrea Academy Woodfields Weston Road , DN4 8ND | 1out of 4 | 3,333 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Bridge Enterprise College Keepmoat Stadium (East Stand) , Stadium Way DN4 5JW | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Communication Specialist College - Doncaster Leger Way , DN2 6AY | - not rated | 1,374 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster School for the Deaf Leger Way , DN2 6AY | 3out of 4 | 1,374 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital Teaching Service Level 1 the Children's Hospital , Royal Infirmary DN2 5LT | - not rated | 1,456 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrison College Barclay Court , Heavens Walk DN4 5HZ | - not rated | 1,697 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMT National Education Centre | Shanwillow, 47-49 Thorne Road | 7 yd | |
| Milk and Honey Eateries | Christ Church, Thorne Road | 172 yd | |
| Elements Medispa Cafe | 81 Thorne Road, Doncaster | 233 yd | |
| Slowianka | 16 Highfield Road, Wheatley | 236 yd | |
| Mellors Catering Services | Hall Cross Academy, Thorne Road | 248 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mavericks | 1 East Laith Gate, Doncaster | 341 yd | |
| Hallcross | 33-34 Hall Gate, Doncaster | 371 yd | |
| Jacques | Lounge, 10-20 Lazarus Court | 382 yd | |
| Social | 26-30 Lazarus Court, Bradford Row | 382 yd | |
| Rock a Hula Tiki Bar | Lazarus Court, Bradford Row | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moo Shakes Donny | 31 Highfield Road, Wheatley | 252 yd | |
| BBQ House Kitchen | 85 Nether Hall Road, Doncaster | 260 yd | |
| Ciao Pizzeria | 73 Nether Hall Road, Doncaster | 260 yd | |
| Happy Eating | 77 Nether Hall Road, Doncaster | 260 yd | |
| Tandoori | 78 Copley Road, Doncaster | 300 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Princes Street, Doncaster | 362 yd | |
| Aldi | Athron Street, Wheatley | 427 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 7-9 Baxter Gate, Doncaster | 730 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 15 South Mall Frenchgate Centre, St Sepulchre Gate | 920 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hall Cross Academy Upper Site THORNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 254 yd |
| New Bodies Health Club (Closed) Unit 18 Unit 18 Holmes Market | health and fitness suite | 422 yd |
| Doncaster Hockey Club TOWN FIELD TOWN FIELD THORNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 496 yd |
| Ymca (Doncaster) WOOD STREET | 523 yd | |
| Holian Health Studio 7A 7A WOOD STREET | health and fitness suite | 557 yd |
| Scorpion Taekwondo Centre 24-26 24-26 SCOT LANE | 566 yd | |
| Town Fields Recreation Ground TOWN MOOR AVENUE | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| Fitness Flex Doncaster CHURCH WAY | health and fitness suite | 581 yd |
| Oranges (Ladies Only) (Closed) 7-9 7-9 Scot Lane | health and fitness suite | 599 yd |
| Doncaster College (The Hub) CHAPPELL DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 672 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 184.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.