Buttermere Crescent is in Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN4 5QF is located in the Bessacarr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster Central. This postcode has been in use since 2014-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buttermere Crescent, Doncaster, DN4 5QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN4 5DN, DN4 5PY, DN4 5PA, DN4 5PG, DN4 5LW, DN4 5QB, DN4 5PB, DN4 5PX, DN4 5LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN4 5QF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.6% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.4% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 28.7% | 41% | 12.3% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 43.9% | -12.6% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 9.3% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 1.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.7% | 65.2% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 16.8% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 28% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 5.2% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -7.5% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 5QF this area, 7.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.2% | 7.4% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 5.6% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 9.5% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 3.2% | -3.0% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 22.8% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.5% | 49.7% | 11.2% | 33.8% | 15.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 4% | 6% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Pakistani | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 86.2% | 81.6% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 4.5% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
In this area, 79.6% 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 | 91.3% | 79.6% | -11.7% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| European Union | 3% | 7.7% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 6% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 79.9% | -11.4% | 83.2% | -3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 13% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Hindu | 5% | 1.7% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buttermere Crescent was 206.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.5% higher than the Bessacarr average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Buttermere Crescent has the 7th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Bessacarr and the 166th highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Buttermere Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2026-01-23 | £104,291 |
| 77 Buttermere Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £256,500 | 2025-02-12 | £275,390 |
| 17 Buttermere Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2025-01-10 | £244,774 |
| 51 Buttermere Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-10-04 | £125,122 |
| 37 Buttermere Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-09-24 | £107,615 |
DN4 5QF 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 | 211 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 45 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Sandy Lane , DN4 5EP | - not rated | 673 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Sandy Lane , DN4 5EP | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary Academy Sandy Lane , DN4 5ES | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary School Sandy Lane , DN4 5ES | - not rated | 829 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bessacarr Primary School Ellers Avenue , Bessacarr DN4 7DT | - not rated | 912 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curlew Middle School Barnby Dun Road , Clay Lane DN2 4RG | - not rated | 4,574 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentley High Street Middle School High Street , Bentley DN5 0AA | - not rated | 4,984 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XP East Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 2out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP School Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 3out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cross School Thorne Road , DN1 2HY | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cross Academy Thorne Road , DN1 2HY | 3out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | 3out of 4 | 2,437 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellers Middle School St Michael's Road , DN4 5LU | - not rated | 419 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr House Middle School Danum Road , DN4 5HF | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Intake Middle School Coniston Road , DN2 6JL | - not rated | 1,882 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilby Carr Middle School Aldesworth Road , Cantley DN4 6LD | - not rated | 1,959 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheatley Middle School Beckett Road , DN2 4AL | - not rated | 2,743 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doncaster College The Hub, Chappell Drive , DN1 2RF | - not rated | 2,983 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| DN Colleges Group Chappell Drive , DN1 2RF | - not rated | 2,996 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill House St Mary's School 65 Bawtry Road , DN4 7AD | - not rated | 1,071 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Communication Specialist College - Doncaster Leger Way , DN2 6AY | - not rated | 1,116 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster School for the Deaf Leger Way , DN2 6AY | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Young Parents Centre Elmham Road , DN4 6LQ | - not rated | 1,639 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Academy, Doncaster St Wilfrid's Road , DN4 6AH | 3out of 4 | 1,849 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGI Fridays | Unit 1, Herten Triangle | 194 yd | |
| Estabulo | Unit 5, Herten Traingle | 194 yd | |
| Urban Fresh Burgers & Fries | Unit 4, Herten Triangle | 194 yd | |
| Burger King | Unit 7, Herten Triangle | 194 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 2, Herten Triangle | 194 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller & Carter Bessacarr | Miller & Carter Steakhouse, Bawtry Road | 248 yd | |
| The Cheswold | Herten Way, Doncaster | 362 yd | |
| Doncaster Tenpin | Herten Triangle, Herten Way | 397 yd | |
| Lakeside Suite Sports Bar | Keepmoat Stadium, Stadium Way | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vue Cinema | Herten Way, Doncaster | 362 yd | |
| Ruchi Indian Takeaway | Adjacent 1, St Helens Road | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Gliwice Way, Doncaster | 247 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dome Leisure Complex DONCASTER LEISURE PARK DONCASTER LEISURE PARK BAWTRY ROAD | cycling, health and fitness suite, ice rinks, squash courts, swimming pool | 287 yd |
| Hall Cross Academy Lower Site ST. MICHAELS ROAD | grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Belle Vue Ground (Doncaster Rovers Fc) (Closed) Bawtry Road | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Doncaster Lawn Tennis Club SAXTON AVENUE | tennis courts | 657 yd |
| Doncaster Town Moor Golf Club BAWTRY ROAD | golf | 717 yd |
| Lakeside Primary School SANDY LANE | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Doncaster Rovers Fc (The Keepmoat Stadium) STADIUM WAY | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,052 yd |
| Fitness Village - Stadium STADIUM WAY | health and fitness suite | 1,088 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.