Lister Avenue is in Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN4 8AT 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 Lister Avenue, Doncaster, DN4 8AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN4 8AS, DN4 8AR, DN4 8AX, DN4 8AY, DN4 8AU, DN4 8AB, DN4 0RE, DN4 8AW, DN4 0RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN4 8AT is primarily male, with 55.9% of the population 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 | 45.5% | 44.1% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -6.9% |
| Male | 54.5% | 55.9% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 6.9% |
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 8AT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% 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 | 50.4% | 50.2% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.2% | 24.8% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -19.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 6.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 4.1% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 16.3% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 | 44.6% | 40.2% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 39.6% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 12.9% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 8AT this area, 32.3% 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 32.3% | 5.6% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 16.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 10.3% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 13.8% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 15.4% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 11.3% | 6% | -5.3% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 7.2% | 1.6% | -5.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 5.4% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 85.5% | 81.2% | -4.3% | 81.4% | -0.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 55.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 55.3% | -25.9% | 83.2% | -27.9% |
| European Union | 10.4% | 34.8% | 24.4% | 6.1% | 28.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 5.4% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.5% | 3.2% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.6% | 55.4% | -25.2% | 83.2% | -27.8% |
| 10+ Years | 5.2% | 8.6% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 13.2% | 10.6% | 2.9% | 10.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.1% | 13.2% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 11.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 9.5% | 6.0% | 1.9% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 36.2% | 76.7% | -40.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 19% | 0.9% | 18.1% |
| Other EU countries | 7% | 1.5% | 5.5% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lister Avenue was 106.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.0% lower than the Balby South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lister Avenue has the 29th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Balby South and the 416th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Lister Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2004-10-21 | £87,296 |
| 1 Lister Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2002-05-10 | £94,588 |
| 1 Lister Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £13,900 | 1996-08-19 | £69,957 |
| Full-Time Employee | 138 |
| Other | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balby Central Primary Academy Littlemoor Lane , Balby DN4 0LL | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School Roberts Road , Balby DN4 0JN | 3out of 4 | 527 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hexthorpe Primary School Urban Road , Hexthorpe DN4 0HH | 2out of 4 | 827 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atlas Academy Prospect Place , DN1 3QP | 1out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Primary School Gurney Road , Balby DN4 8LA | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | - not rated | 1,372 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astrea Academy Woodfields Weston Road , DN4 8ND | 1out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| XP School Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 4out of 4 | 1,819 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP East Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | - not rated | 1,982 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cross Academy Thorne Road , DN1 2HY | 3out of 4 | 2,075 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison College Barclay Court , Heavens Walk DN4 5HZ | - not rated | 926 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Hall Preparatory School 1 Hall Flat Lane , Balby DN4 8PT | - not rated | 1,090 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Medical PRU Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HT | 3out of 4 | 1,660 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 | 1,914 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge Enterprise College Keepmoat Stadium (East Stand) , Stadium Way DN4 5JW | - not rated | 1,938 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roadside Cafe | 101 St Catherines Avenue, Balby | 206 yd | |
| Olive Catering Services | Belmont Works, St Catherines Avenue | 210 yd | |
| JJ's Diner @ CVA Auctions | 24 Carr Hill, Balby | 211 yd | |
| Suburb Buns and Slice | 205 Balby Road, Balby | 315 yd | |
| The Coffee Club Doncaster | 296 Balby Road, Balby | 559 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balby Rhino | 81-89 Balby Road, Balby | 122 yd | |
| Park Social Club | 2 Victoria Road, Balby | 285 yd | |
| White Swan Hotel | Balby Road, Balby | 455 yd | |
| Balby Bridge Working Mens Club | 26 Roberts Road, Balby | 588 yd | |
| Plough Inn | 24 High Road, Balby | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massimo Doncaster | 73 Balby Road, Balby | 122 yd | |
| Sarah's Desserts | Ground Floor, 155 Balby Road | 281 yd | |
| Chicos Pizza and Grill | Ground Floor, 155 Balby Road | 281 yd | |
| Wonderful 2 | 145 Balby Road, Balby | 315 yd | |
| Eat N Treat | Elite House, Kelham Street | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Sandford Road, Balby | 539 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Balby Central Primary Academy LITTLEMOOR LANE | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Fitness Village Balby STONEGATE MEWS | health and fitness suite | 452 yd |
| Bridon Sports Ground (Closed) Cross Bank | grass pitches | 573 yd |
| Sandford Road Recreation Ground SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Hexthorpe Methodist Church URBAN ROAD | 862 yd | |
| C & R Health & Fitness 187A 187A URBAN ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 876 yd |
| Doncaster Indoor Bowls Club URBAN ROAD | indoor bowls | 902 yd |
| Hexthorpe Parish Church LAUGHTON ROAD | 1,007 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.