New Lane is in Sprotbrough, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN5 7RR is located in the Sprotbrough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Lane, Sprotbrough, Doncaster, DN5 7RR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN5 7RJ, DN5 7NU, DN5 7PA, DN5 7QT, DN5 7QZ, DN5 7QR, DN5 7RP, DN5 7PT, DN5 7SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN5 7RR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.2% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.8% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DN5 7RR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.2% | 22.2% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 61.7% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 6.9% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 44.3% | 47.1% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 33.9% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 15.6% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 DN5 7RR this area, 7.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 7.8% | -8.6% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 9.7% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 10.5% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 18.6% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 43% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.6% | 95.3% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.4% | 98% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 97.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 76.7% | 18.2% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Lane was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.6% lower than the Bentley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
New Lane has the 19th lowest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bentley and the 121st lowest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 New Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-11-08 | £377,136 |
| 24 New Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-09-24 | £417,098 |
| Newlands New Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-10-04 | £524,826 |
| The Willows New Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-12-17 | £345,558 |
| White Lodge New Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-04-26 | £414,510 |
DN5 7RR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DN5 7RR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copley Junior School Cadeby Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7SD | 3out of 4 | 198 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprotbrough Orchard Infant School Field House Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7RN | 4out of 4 | 334 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warmsworth Primary School Mill Lane , Warmsworth DN4 9RG | 4out of 4 | 1,842 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Hill Primary Academy Melton Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7SB | 3out of 4 | 2,253 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Academy Douglas Road , DN4 0UB | 1out of 4 | 2,289 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgewood School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 2out of 4 | 3,309 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Astrea Academy Woodfields Weston Road , DN4 8ND | 1out of 4 | 4,350 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Don Valley Academy Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9DD | 3out of 4 | 4,436 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | - not rated | 4,659 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De Warenne Academy Gardens Lane , Conisbrough DN12 3JY | 2out of 4 | 4,695 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Levett School Melton Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7SB | 3out of 4 | 2,284 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Medical PRU Cedar Road , Balby DN4 9HT | 3out of 4 | 2,875 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Hall Preparatory School 1 Hall Flat Lane , Balby DN4 8PT | - not rated | 3,090 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Hill School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 4out of 4 | 3,309 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge Enterprise College Keepmoat Stadium (East Stand) , Stadium Way DN4 5JW | - not rated | 4,131 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mehfil Indian Brasserie | 4-6 Main Street, Sprotbrough | 389 yd | |
| Otto Bar & Kitchen | 8-10 Main Street, Sprotbrough | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprotbrough Country Club | 2-4 Cadeby Road, Sprotbrough | 229 yd | |
| The Boat Inn | Lower Sprotbrough, Nursery Lane | 708 yd | |
| The Ivanhoe | 183 Melton Road, Sprotbrough | 837 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Church Hall CHURCH HALL CHURCH HALL MAIN STREET | 347 yd | |
| Sprotbrough Cricket Club MELTON ROAD | grass pitches | 442 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 | 95.7% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.