Furnival Road is in Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN4 0PJ is located in the Hexthorpe & Balby North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Furnival Road, Doncaster, DN4 0PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN4 0PN, DN4 0PH, DN4 0PG, DN4 8DL, DN4 0NX, DN4 0PA, DN4 0PL, DN4 0NW, DN4 0NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN4 0PJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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% | 48.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 51% | 51.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DN4 0PJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 37.3% | 45% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 25.5% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -18.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 20% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 10.9% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 7.7% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 35.5% | 45.5% | 10.0% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 31.3% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 14.2% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 7.1% | -7.2% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 DN4 0PJ this area, 34.5% 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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 34.5% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 16.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.4% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 15.5% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 14.1% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 16.8% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 6% | 4.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 91.2% | 89.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 7.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 75.8% 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 | 82.9% | 75.8% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -7.4% |
| European Union | 12.4% | 16.7% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 10.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 4.5% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.1% | 75.8% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 5.9% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.8% | 7.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 5.2% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.3% | 76.7% | -24.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 9% | 0.9% | 8.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Furnival Road was 677.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 263.6% higher than the Balby South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Furnival Road has the highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Balby South and the 11th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 288.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Furnival Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-01-22 | £160,664 |
| 14 Furnival Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-12-05 | £219,796 |
| 22 Furnival Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-06-16 | £121,632 |
| 19A Furnival Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2022-10-07 | £68,922 |
| 7 Furnival Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2022-08-12 | £158,253 |
DN4 0PJ 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hexthorpe Primary School Urban Road , Hexthorpe DN4 0HH | 2out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Primary School Gurney Road , Balby DN4 8LA | 3out of 4 | 867 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balby Central Primary Academy Littlemoor Lane , Balby DN4 0LL | 3out of 4 | 941 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Academy Douglas Road , DN4 0UB | 1out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mallard Primary School Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HU | 2out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astrea Academy Woodfields Weston Road , DN4 8ND | 1out of 4 | 1,493 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | - not rated | 2,242 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP School Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 4out of 4 | 2,667 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP East Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | - not rated | 2,831 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cross Academy Thorne Road , DN1 2HY | 3out of 4 | 2,950 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Hall Preparatory School 1 Hall Flat Lane , Balby DN4 8PT | - not rated | 332 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Medical PRU Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HT | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| More Than Ed Independent Special School Cherry Tree Court , Woodfield Park DN4 8QN | - not rated | 1,617 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrison College Barclay Court , Heavens Walk DN4 5HZ | - not rated | 1,786 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Levett School Melton Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7SB | 3out of 4 | 1,885 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balby Community Library | High Road, Balby | 183 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Balby Retail Park, Sandford Road | 221 yd | |
| The Coffee Club Doncaster | 296 Balby Road, Balby | 344 yd | |
| Suburb Buns and Slice | 205 Balby Road, Balby | 585 yd | |
| JJ's Diner @ CVA Auctions | 24 Carr Hill, Balby | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough Inn | 24 High Road, Balby | 183 yd | |
| White Swan Hotel | Balby Road, Balby | 445 yd | |
| Park Social Club | 2 Victoria Road, Balby | 691 yd | |
| Woodfield Social Club | Woodfield Road, Balby | 726 yd | |
| Balby Rhino | 81-89 Balby Road, Balby | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Crazy | 300 Balby Road, Balby | 344 yd | |
| Wonderful 2 | 145 Balby Road, Balby | 585 yd | |
| Sarah's Desserts | Ground Floor, 155 Balby Road | 621 yd | |
| Chicos Pizza and Grill | Ground Floor, 155 Balby Road | 621 yd | |
| Yang City | 96 Warmsworth Road, Balby | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Sandford Road, Balby | 482 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandford Road Recreation Ground SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| Fitness Village Balby STONEGATE MEWS | health and fitness suite | 505 yd |
| Hexthorpe Flats HARVEST CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 593 yd |
| Balby Central Primary Academy LITTLEMOOR LANE | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| C & R Health & Fitness 187A 187A URBAN ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 885 yd |
| Bridon Sports Ground (Closed) Cross Bank | grass pitches | 966 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 | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 184.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.