Castle Mews is in Scawthorpe, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN5 7XP is located in the Roman Ridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster North. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Mews, Scawthorpe, Doncaster, DN5 7XP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN5 7XU, DN5 7XX, DN5 9EA, DN5 9EB, DN5 7XS, DN5 7XT, DN5 9DZ, DN5 7XW, DN5 9DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN5 7XP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.2% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51% | 48.8% | -2.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.4% | 41.9% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 39.6% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 12.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 45.5% | 43.7% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 35.9% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 14.5% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.9% | 23.4% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 14% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 15.8% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.3% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 19.2% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 17% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.5% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 97.9% | 92.2% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 92.2% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.5% | 76.7% | -6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.7% | 37.2% | 19.5% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Mews was 87.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.3% lower than the Bentley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Mews has the 54th highest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bentley and the 486th lowest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Castle Mews, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-07-19 | £121,153 |
| 25 Castle Mews, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-05-02 | £133,360 |
| 15 Castle Mews, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-02-06 | £140,451 |
| 7 Castle Mews, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2022-11-11 | £154,706 |
| 3 Castle Mews, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £111,650 | 2021-01-29 | £149,226 |
DN5 7XP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scawthorpe Castle Hills Primary Academy Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9ED | 3out of 4 | 256 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawthorpe Castle Hills Primary School Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9ED | - not rated | 256 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hills First School Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9ED | - not rated | 294 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School Rose Crescent , Scawthorpe DN5 9EW | 3out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentley High Street Primary School High Street , Bentley DN5 0AA | - not rated | 1,440 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hills Middle School Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9ED | - not rated | 294 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentley High Street Middle School High Street , Bentley DN5 0AA | - not rated | 1,440 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Village Middle School Asquith Road , Bentley DN5 0NU | - not rated | 1,580 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carcroft Middle School Owston Road , Carcroft DN6 8DR | - not rated | 4,387 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brodsworth CofE First and Middle School Park View , Brodsworth DN5 7XF | - not rated | 4,574 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Don Valley Academy Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9DD | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Don Valley School and Performing Arts College Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9DD | - not rated | 828 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | - not rated | 2,004 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 3out of 4 | 2,004 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Adwick Windmill Balk Lane , Woodlands DN6 7SF | 3out of 4 | 2,854 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatley Middle School Beckett Road , DN2 4AL | - not rated | 3,761 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hexthorpe Middle School Urban Road , DN4 0HH | - not rated | 4,580 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr House Middle School Danum Road , DN4 5HF | - not rated | 5,276 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Balby Middle School Oswin Avenue , Balby DN4 0NY | - not rated | 5,333 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheatley Hills Middle School Leger Way , DN2 5RW | - not rated | 5,375 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DN Colleges Group Chappell Drive , DN1 2RF | - not rated | 3,463 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster College The Hub, Chappell Drive , DN1 2RF | - not rated | 3,472 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Picture Doncaster High Street , Bentley DN5 0BF | - not rated | 1,505 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosedale Road First School Rosedale Road , Scawsby DN5 8SU | - not rated | 1,587 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Hill School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | - not rated | 2,004 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anchorage School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | - not rated | 2,089 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernbank School (Severe Learning Difficulties) Village Street , Adwick-le-Street DN6 7AA | - not rated | 3,184 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scawthorpe Library | Amersall Road, Scawthorpe | 794 yd | |
| Don Valley Academy | Jossey Lane, Scawthorpe | 827 yd | |
| Megabites Cafe | Unit 3, Maysam Court | 955 yd | |
| Boston & Co | Askern Road, Bentley | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scawthorpe Social Club | Eskdale Drive, Scawthorpe | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Wok | 153 Petersgate, Scawthorpe | 282 yd | |
| New York Pizza | Unit 2, Maysam Court | 950 yd | |
| King Fish | 11 Crossland Way, Scawthorpe | 955 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Hills Primary School JOSSEY LANE | grass pitches | 269 yd |
| Askern Springs CHATSWORTH CRESCENT | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Langdale Drive Playing Fields PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS LANGDALE DRIVE | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Don Valley Academy (Closed) Jossey Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 825 yd |
| Scawthorpe Community Centre Amersall Road | 826 yd | |
| Bentley Park LIMBRECK COURT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 868 yd |
| Doncaster North City Learning (Closed) Jossey Lane | 919 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 | 34.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.