Edlington Lane is in Edlington, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN12 1BU is located in the Edlington & Warmsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Don Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Edlington Lane, Edlington, Doncaster, DN12 1BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN12 1AJ, DN12 1BD, DN12 1BE, DN12 1BS, DN12 1AL, DN12 1BA, DN12 1BG, DN12 1DE, DN12 1BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN12 1BU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% of residents 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 | 49.5% | 47.1% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 50.5% | 52.9% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.2% | 39.5% | -3.7% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.7% | 34.3% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -9.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 14.2% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 8.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.4% | 37.6% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 32.6% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 16.1% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 11.5% | 7.4% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
In the area around DN12 1BU this area, 41.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.4% | 41.6% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 23.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 13.3% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 13.7% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 10.3% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.8% | 14.6% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 81.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.3% | 81.8% | -14.5% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| European Union | 2% | 15.7% | 13.7% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 82.1% | -13.5% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 7.5% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.5% | 76.7% | -29.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 10.3% | 1.3% | 9.0% |
| Romania | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 34% | 13.5% | 20.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edlington Lane was 694.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 441.4% higher than the Edlington & Warmsworth average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Edlington Lane has the highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Edlington & Warmsworth and the 10th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 195.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4 York Buildings Edlington Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2022-08-25 | £605,111 |
| 2 York Buildings Edlington Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £43,000 | 2003-11-19 | £109,752 |
| 1 York Buildings Edlington Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2003-06-13 | £128,752 |
| 3-4 York Buildings Edlington Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2003-04-23 | £65,177 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edlington Victoria Academy Victoria Road , Edlington DN12 1BN | 3out of 4 | 196 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington Bungalow Road , Edlington DN12 1DL | 2out of 4 | 488 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top Academy Edlington Lane , Edlington DN12 1PL | 4out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warmsworth Primary School Mill Lane , Warmsworth DN4 9RG | 4out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mallard Primary School Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HU | 2out of 4 | 2,205 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Thomas Wharton Academy Tait Avenue , Edlington DN12 1HH | 1out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De Warenne Academy Gardens Lane , Conisbrough DN12 3JY | 2out of 4 | 3,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Astrea Academy Woodfields Weston Road , DN4 8ND | 1out of 4 | 3,922 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Medical PRU Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HT | 3out of 4 | 2,772 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Hall Preparatory School 1 Hall Flat Lane , Balby DN4 8PT | - not rated | 3,342 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| More Than Ed Independent Special School Cherry Tree Court , Woodfield Park DN4 8QN | - not rated | 3,353 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine View School Old Road , Conisbrough DN12 3LR | 1out of 4 | 4,290 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullerton House School Off Tickhill Square , Denaby DN12 4AR | - not rated | 4,368 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Cafe | 8 The Crescent, Edlington | 76 yd | |
| Nur Restaurant Doncaster Ltd | Unit 1, Edlington Lane | 106 yd | |
| Legacy Centre | Edlington Education And Youth Centre, Edlington Lane | 106 yd | |
| Edlington Community Organisation | Yorkshire Main Community Centre, Edlington Lane | 228 yd | |
| O'Grill Bar & Chinese Restaurant | 198 Edlington Lane, Edlington | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edlington Ex-Services Social Club | Edlington Lane, Edlington | 228 yd | |
| Yorkshire Main Working Mens Club | Yorkshire Main Officials Club, Edlington Lane | 290 yd | |
| The New Yorkshire Main Off Club | Yorkshire Main Officials Club, Edlington Lane | 290 yd | |
| Yorkshire Main Sports & Social Club | Yorkshire Main Miners Welfare Club, Edlington Lane | 673 yd | |
| The Tumbler | 68 Broomhouse Lane, Edlington | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sarnie Shop | 11 The Crescent, Edlington | 91 yd | |
| Petes Plaice | 50 Kings Crescent, Edlington | 94 yd | |
| Hong Kong Delight | 14 Main Avenue, Edlington | 134 yd | |
| Edlington Grill | 1 Oakland Terrace, Edlington Lane | 237 yd | |
| Fish Bits Express | 11-11A Central Terrace, Edlington Lane | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Supermarket | Asda, Bungalow Road | 516 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edlington Recreation Ground INFORMAL LAND INFORMAL LAND CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Yorkshire Main Miners Welfare EDLINGTON LANE | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Broomhouse Lane Recreation Ground (Closed) Broomhouse Lane | grass pitches | 742 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.