The Close is in Branton, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN3 3LX is located in the Finningley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Don Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Close, Branton, Doncaster, DN3 3LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN3 3LY, DN3 3LZ, DN3 3LT, DN3 3FA, DN3 3NA, DN3 3LU, DN3 3FN, DN3 3UT, DN3 3FR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN3 3LX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.3% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.7% | 1.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of DN3 3LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.2% | 25.7% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 56.9% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 10.3% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 5.8% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 42.7% | 54.8% | 12.1% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 30.1% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 11.2% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.2% | 12.7% | -8.5% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 8.7% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 10.3% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.7% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 36.8% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 3.0% |
| Other | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 94% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 97.4% | 94.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 94.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Close was 23.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Finningley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Finningley and the 97th lowest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 The Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-08-18 | £453,305 |
| 18 The Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-10-14 | £346,385 |
| 26 The Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2022-09-23 | £380,925 |
| 9 The Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-08-27 | £322,614 |
| 8 The Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-03-27 | £241,167 |
DN3 3LX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 142 |
| Retired | 109 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branton St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary School Valley Drive , Branton DN3 3NB | 3out of 4 | 237 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatchell Wood Primary Academy Plumpton Park Road , Bessacarr DN4 6SL | 3out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckley School School Lane , Auckley DN9 3JN | 3out of 4 | 2,143 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School Elmham Road , Cantley DN4 6LQ | - not rated | 2,547 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayfield Lane Primary School Hayfield Lane , Auckley DN9 3NB | 3out of 4 | 2,782 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The McAuley Catholic High School Cantley Lane , DN3 3QF | 2out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hayfield School Hurst Lane , Auckley DN9 3HG | 3out of 4 | 2,421 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Armthorpe Academy Mere Lane , Armthorpe DN3 2DA | 3out of 4 | 3,954 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Danum Armthorpe Road , DN2 5QD | 3out of 4 | 4,223 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossington All Saints Academy Bond Street , Rossington DN11 0BZ | 3out of 4 | 5,278 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New College Doncaster Hurst Lane , Auckley DN9 3HG | - not rated | 2,419 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's Academy, Doncaster St Wilfrid's Road , DN4 6AH | 2out of 4 | 2,608 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill House School SIXTH AVENUE , Auckley DN9 3GG | - not rated | 3,360 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherwood School Leger Way , DN2 6HQ | - not rated | 4,218 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Communication Specialist College - Doncaster Leger Way , DN2 6AY | - not rated | 5,053 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster School for the Deaf Leger Way , DN2 6AY | 3out of 4 | 5,053 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Wildlife Park | Brockholes Lane, Branton | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Horse Shoes | Doncaster Road, Branton | 418 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.