Rural Crescent is in Branton, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN3 3ND 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 Rural Crescent, Branton, Doncaster, DN3 3ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN3 3NE, DN3 3NF, DN3 3NB, DN3 3NA, DN3 3LZ, DN3 3PH, DN3 3NL, DN3 3PS, DN3 3NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN3 3ND has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 50.8% | 47.6% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 49.2% | 52.4% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 24% | 28.5% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 43.5% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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 | 41.5% | 46.1% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 28.5% | -6.6% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 18.9% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 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 | 26.5% | 25.8% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 8.2% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.4% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.2% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 25.3% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 4% | 3.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 98.4% | 93.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.8% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 93.4% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rural Crescent was 34.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% lower than the Finningley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rural Crescent has the 13th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Finningley and the 163rd lowest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Rural Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2024-05-30 | £158,477 |
| 2 Rural Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-05-17 | £145,541 |
| 6 Rural Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-09-22 | £174,061 |
| 17 Rural Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-10-07 | £108,854 |
| 12 Rural Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2021-08-31 | £186,839 |
DN3 3ND area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DN3 3ND area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 41 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckley School School Lane , Auckley DN9 3JN | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatchell Wood Primary Academy Plumpton Park Road , Bessacarr DN4 6SL | 3out of 4 | 2,247 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayfield Lane Primary School Hayfield Lane , Auckley DN9 3NB | 3out of 4 | 2,654 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School Elmham Road , Cantley DN4 6LQ | - not rated | 2,808 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,549 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hayfield School Hurst Lane , Auckley DN9 3HG | 3out of 4 | 2,292 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Armthorpe Academy Mere Lane , Armthorpe DN3 2DA | 3out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Danum Armthorpe Road , DN2 5QD | 3out of 4 | 4,410 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossington All Saints Academy Bond Street , Rossington DN11 0BZ | 3out of 4 | 5,376 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 | 2,291 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 | 2,868 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill House School SIXTH AVENUE , Auckley DN9 3GG | - not rated | 3,219 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherwood School Leger Way , DN2 6HQ | - not rated | 4,414 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Communication Specialist College - Doncaster Leger Way , DN2 6AY | - not rated | 5,307 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster School for the Deaf Leger Way , DN2 6AY | 3out of 4 | 5,307 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 | 212 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Horse Shoes | Doncaster Road, Branton | 169 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.