Lilac Grove is in Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN4 6PG is located in the Bessacarr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lilac Grove, Doncaster, DN4 6PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN4 6PQ, DN4 6PJ, DN4 6PF, DN4 6PH, DN4 6PN, DN4 6NS, DN4 6NP, DN4 6PE, DN4 6PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN4 6PG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.8% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.2% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 6PG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% 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 | 39.7% | 43.6% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 32.2% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 16.8% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 5.4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 39.9% | 42.3% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 31.9% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15.8% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 8.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 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.
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 23.5% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 17.5% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 10.5% | -7.8% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 22.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.5% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95.3% | 88.5% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 93.1% | 89.6% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 5.8% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 89.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.4% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lilac Grove was 184.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.0% higher than the Bessacarr average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lilac Grove has the 7th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Bessacarr and the 201st highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Lilac Grove, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-09-02 | £184,010 |
| 3 Lilac Grove, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2014-06-30 | £189,005 |
| 3 Lilac Grove, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2004-03-22 | £180,962 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn Primary School Elmham Road , Cantley DN4 6LQ | - not rated | 495 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bessacarr Primary Ellers Avenue , Bessacarr DN4 7DT | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Primary School Alston Road , DN4 7EZ | 1out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatchell Wood Primary Academy Plumpton Park Road , Bessacarr DN4 6SL | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branton St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary School Valley Drive , Branton DN3 3NB | 3out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 987 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Danum Armthorpe Road , DN2 5QD | 3out of 4 | 3,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| XP East Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | - not rated | 3,194 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP School Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 4out of 4 | 3,347 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Armthorpe Academy Mere Lane , Armthorpe DN3 2DA | 3out of 4 | 3,952 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,071 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 | 490 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Communication Specialist College - Doncaster Leger Way , DN2 6AY | - not rated | 2,966 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster School for the Deaf Leger Way , DN2 6AY | 3out of 4 | 2,966 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherwood School Leger Way , DN2 6HQ | - not rated | 3,044 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital Teaching Service Level 1 the Children's Hospital , Royal Infirmary DN2 5LT | - not rated | 3,725 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's - Warm Space | St Paul's Church, 21 Goodison Boulevard | 277 yd | |
| St Wilfrids | St Wilfrids Church, Church Lane | 343 yd | |
| 58th Doncaster Scout Group | The Phoenix Centre, Scouting Way | 364 yd | |
| Cantley Community Centre | Goodison Boulevard, Cantley | 759 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantley Lodge | 1 Acacia Road, Cantley | 206 yd | |
| Hawthorn Social Club | Goodison Boulevard, Cantley | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Pizza | 1A Everingham Road, Cantley | 310 yd | |
| Fish Dish | 2 Everingham Road, Cantley | 333 yd | |
| Golden Phoenix | 5 St Wilfrids Court, Goodison Boulevard | 353 yd | |
| Poppadoms | 8 St Wilfrids Court, Goodison Boulevard | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Co-Op Foods, Goodison Boulevard | 219 yd | |
| Co-op | 10 Goodison Boulevard, Cantley | 355 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cantley Methodist Church GOODISON BOULEVARD | 350 yd | |
| Mcauley Catholic High School (Lower School) ACACIA ROAD | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Mcauley Catholic High School (Upper School) CANTLEY LANE | grass pitches | 875 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.