Galsworthy Close is in Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN4 9DF is located in the Balby South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Galsworthy Close, Doncaster, DN4 9DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN4 9DD, DN4 9BN, DN4 9BZ, DN4 9DH, DN4 9DQ, DN4 9DB, DN4 9DA, DN4 9BX, DN4 9AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN4 9DF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 50.5% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49.5% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 40.5% | 41.4% | 0.9% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.8% | 31% | 1.2% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 21% | 18.6% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 9.5% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.5% | 32.5% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -15.9% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 34.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 17.9% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 8% | 11.8% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 7.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 9DF this area, 31.7% 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 31.7% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 16.3% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16.8% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 11.5% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.6% | 14.4% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.4% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96% | 91.8% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 85.5% 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 | 92.6% | 85.5% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 11% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 86.4% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.4% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52% | 76.7% | -24.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 7.5% | 1.3% | 6.2% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 36.3% | 13.5% | 22.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Galsworthy Close was 195.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.8% higher than the Balby South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Galsworthy Close has the 28th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Balby South and the 186th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Galsworthy Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,600 | 2024-02-29 | £88,018 |
| 40 Galsworthy Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2023-10-26 | £98,624 |
| 10 Galsworthy Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2020-12-11 | £92,871 |
| 40 Galsworthy Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £53,500 | 2008-10-07 | £80,325 |
| 22 Galsworthy Close, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2007-07-22 | £110,198 |
DN4 9DF area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mallard Primary School Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HU | 2out of 4 | 563 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Academy Douglas Road , DN4 0UB | 1out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Primary School Gurney Road , Balby DN4 8LA | 3out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warmsworth Primary School Mill Lane , Warmsworth DN4 9RG | 4out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Lodge Academy Grady Drive , Balby DN4 8GA | 3out of 4 | 1,746 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,637 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Wharton Academy Tait Avenue , Edlington DN12 1HH | 1out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | - not rated | 3,561 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP School Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 4out of 4 | 3,659 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP East Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | - not rated | 3,814 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Medical PRU Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HT | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Hall Preparatory School 1 Hall Flat Lane , Balby DN4 8PT | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| More Than Ed Independent Special School Cherry Tree Court , Woodfield Park DN4 8QN | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrison College Barclay Court , Heavens Walk DN4 5HZ | - not rated | 2,889 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Levett School Melton Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7SB | 3out of 4 | 3,047 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 South Community Engagement | Broomhouse Estate Community Hall, 161 Galsworthy Close | 87 yd | |
| Alverley Inn | Springwell Lane, Balby | 375 yd | |
| Waverley Academy | Douglas Road, Balby | 938 yd | |
| Diamond Activity & Therapeutic Services | St Catherines Hospital, Tickhill Road | 1,060 yd | |
| Tickhill Road Hospital | Tickhill Road, Balby | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Spinney | 1 Forest Rise, Balby | 340 yd | |
| The Winning Post Hotel | Warmsworth Road, Balby | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alverley Express BBQ house | Units 3 And 4, Springwell Lane | 375 yd | |
| Alverley Fisheries | Unit 6, Springwell Lane | 375 yd | |
| Yang City | 96 Warmsworth Road, Balby | 961 yd | |
| Golden Star | 122 Warmsworth Road, Balby | 961 yd | |
| Pizza Range | 138 Warmsworth Road, Balby | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Springwell Lane, Balby | 375 yd | |
| Jet Retail Uk Ltd | 237 Warmsworth Road, Balby | 969 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Balby Community Sports Village CONISTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Woodfield Squash And Leisure Club TICKHILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 959 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 241.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.