Milton Avenue is in Sprotbrough, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN5 8ER 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 Milton Avenue, Sprotbrough, Doncaster, DN5 8ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN5 8EF, DN5 8EW, DN5 8EP, DN5 8ES, DN5 8EG, DN5 8EY, DN5 8EZ, DN5 8EJ, DN5 8BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN5 8ER is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.4% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.6% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 32.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 43.2% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 10.7% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 53.4% | 47.5% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 35.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 17.5% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 11.1% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23% | 17.9% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.4% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 20.1% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 20.9% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 96.7% | 96% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milton Avenue was 53.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.3% lower than the Bentley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Milton Avenue has the 40th lowest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bentley and the 300th lowest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Milton Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2025-02-14 | £153,760 |
| 6 Milton Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2023-06-30 | £155,413 |
| 7 Milton Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-11-24 | £157,848 |
| 8 Milton Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2019-08-09 | £165,414 |
| 5 Milton Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-10-27 | £147,238 |
DN5 8ER area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Hill Primary Academy Melton Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7SB | 3out of 4 | 857 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawsby Saltersgate Infant School Windsor Walk , Scawsby DN5 8NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawsby Saltersgate Junior School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 8NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby Avenue Primary School Kirkby Avenue , Bentley DN5 9TF | 4out of 4 | 1,421 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School Rose Crescent , Scawthorpe DN5 9EW | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,981 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Don Valley Academy Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9DD | 3out of 4 | 2,429 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | - not rated | 2,439 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cross Academy Thorne Road , DN1 2HY | 3out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| XP School Middle Bank , DN4 5NG | 4out of 4 | 3,626 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 804 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge Enterprise College Keepmoat Stadium (East Stand) , Stadium Way DN4 5JW | - not rated | 1,419 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Hill School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 4out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Hall Preparatory School 1 Hall Flat Lane , Balby DN4 8PT | - not rated | 2,821 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrison College Barclay Court , Heavens Walk DN4 5HZ | - not rated | 2,946 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixies Cafe | 140 Sprotbrough Road, Sprotbrough | 318 yd | |
| Sprotbrough Branch Library | Sprotbrough Road, Sprotbrough | 373 yd | |
| Cafe 89 | The Range, Arkwright Road | 673 yd | |
| Cafe Factor | The White Building, Brunel Road | 720 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 3, Sprotbrough Road | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Arms | Sprotbrough Road, Sprotbrough | 364 yd | |
| Murphy's Sports Bar | Murphys Sports Bar, Brunel Road | 719 yd | |
| Wheatley Hills RUFC | Brunel Road, Off York Road | 720 yd | |
| The Mallard | 97 Cusworth Lane, Scawsby | 897 yd | |
| Grove Inn | York Road, Bentley | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Fish | 4 Newton Lane, Sprotbrough | 612 yd | |
| Lucky Seven | 2 Newton Lane, Sprotbrough | 612 yd | |
| Dragon House | 57 Sprotbrough Road, Sprotbrough | 887 yd | |
| Luna Pizza | 26 Newlands Drive, Cusworth | 968 yd | |
| Oceans Takeaway | 1A Cusworth Lane, Scawsby | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 235 Sprotbrough Road, Sprotbrough | 364 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goldsmiths Centre GOLDSMITH CENTRE FORMAL LAND GOLDSMITH CENTRE FORMAL LAND SPROTBROUGH ROAD | 503 yd | |
| Newlands Park MALVERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 541 yd |
| Wheatley Hills Rufc BRUNEL ROAD | grass pitches | 588 yd |
| Anchorage Lane Recreation Ground WHEATSHEAF COTTAGE WHEATSHEAF COTTAGE ANCHORAGE LANE | grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Richmond Hill Primary Academy MELTON ROAD | grass pitches | 972 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 236.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.