Pretoria Cottages is in Conisbrough, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN12 3DW is located in the Conisbrough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Don Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pretoria Cottages, Conisbrough, Doncaster, DN12 3DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN12 3DH, DN12 3DR, DN12 3DS, DN12 3DP, DN12 3DB, DN12 3GB, DN12 3DT, DN12 3DL, DN12 3DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN12 3DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 31.1% | 35.2% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 43.4% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 4.1% | -6.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 27.3% | 45.6% | 18.3% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 42.4% | 26.5% | -15.9% | 33.6% | -7.1% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 22.4% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 9.7% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.8% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.2% | 24.2% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 11.7% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 15.8% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 21.7% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 20.8% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 10.9% | 0.8% | -10.1% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 95.2% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 100% | 94% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 93.3% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pretoria Cottages was 34.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.3% lower than the Conisbrough average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pretoria Cottages has the 8th lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Conisbrough and the 168th lowest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 316.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pretoria Cottages, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2015-08-28 | £149,494 |
| 2 Pretoria Cottages, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2003-12-12 | £184,103 |
| 1 Pretoria Cottages, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £35,000 | 1997-12-12 | £169,036 |
| 2 Pretoria Cottages, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1995-06-09 | £98,807 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DN12 3DW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Academy Station Road , Conisbrough DN12 3DB | 3out of 4 | 33 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowena Academy Gardens Lane , Conisbrough DN12 3JY | 4out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Place Academy Old Road , Conisbrough DN12 3LZ | 1out of 4 | 910 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Wadworth Street , Denaby Main DN12 4AQ | 2out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denaby Main Primary Academy School Walk , Denaby Main DN12 4HZ | 1out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Warenne Academy Gardens Lane , Conisbrough DN12 3JY | 2out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Wharton Academy Tait Avenue , Edlington DN12 1HH | 1out of 4 | 3,560 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Laurel Academy Maple Road , S64 9SD | 1out of 4 | 5,182 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullerton House School Off Tickhill Square , Denaby DN12 4AR | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine View School Old Road , Conisbrough DN12 3LR | 1out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Medical PRU Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HT | 3out of 4 | 5,274 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Spirit (Doncaster) CIC | The Place, Castle Street | 305 yd | |
| One of a Kind "Kind Hearted Community". | 37 Church Street, Conisbrough | 515 yd | |
| Food Shack | Fox Inn, 19 Church Street | 521 yd | |
| Ministry of Craft | 35 Church Street, Conisbrough | 521 yd | |
| Beef Bar | Unit 2 Excelsior Court, Church Street | 535 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Lady | Units 6 And 7, Excelsior Court | 535 yd | |
| Clucking Swine | 20A Church Street, Conisbrough | 548 yd | |
| Cromwells | 18 Church Street, Conisbrough | 553 yd | |
| Alma Inn | 13 West Street, Conisbrough | 631 yd | |
| The Lord Conyers | 11 Old Road, Conisbrough | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Thing | Unit 1, Excelsior Court | 540 yd | |
| Yummy | 8 Church Street, Conisbrough | 553 yd | |
| Bella's Butties | 36 Church Street, Conisbrough | 553 yd | |
| Seafish | 18 Doncaster Road, Conisbrough | 607 yd | |
| Castle Fish Bar | 54 Church Street, Conisbrough | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 49 Church Street, Conisbrough | 521 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle View Conference Centre (Closed) | 631 yd | |
| De Warenne Academy GARDENS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 652 yd |
| Old Road Recreation Ground ATHELSTANE ROAD | grass pitches | 677 yd |
| Conisbrough Welfare OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Conisbrough Baptist Church Hall Old Road | 705 yd | |
| Ivanhoe Centre GARDENS LANE | 778 yd | |
| Morley Place Academy OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 979 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 | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| 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 | 42.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.