Jossey Lane is in Scawthorpe, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN5 9DE is located in the Roman Ridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jossey Lane, Scawthorpe, Doncaster, DN5 9DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN5 9HF, DN5 9DB, DN5 9HG, DN5 9HE, DN5 9DH, DN5 9DF, DN5 9HH, DN5 9HQ, DN5 9DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN5 9DE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 56.2% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 45.1% | 43.8% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
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 | 26% | 28% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.5% | 50.4% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 10.8% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 53.7% | 48.9% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 24% | 30.7% | 6.7% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.1% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 22.7% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.3% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 18.2% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 19% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 19.3% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.4% | 97.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 96.6% | 99.1% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 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 | 96.3% | 99.1% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jossey Lane was 125.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.2% lower than the Bentley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Jossey Lane has the 36th highest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bentley and the 341st highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Jossey Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-04-16 | £242,232 |
| 70 Jossey Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-10-07 | £235,048 |
| 64 Jossey Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-09-22 | £229,641 |
| 66 Jossey Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2021-08-11 | £85,779 |
| 64 Jossey Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2020-07-31 | £171,531 |
DN5 9DE 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 9DE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 587 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawthorpe Castle Hills Primary School Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9ED | - not rated | 587 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hills First School Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9ED | - not rated | 822 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawsby Rosedale Primary School Emley Drive , Scawsby DN5 8RL | - not rated | 908 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosedale Primary School Emley Drive , Scawsby DN5 8RL | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 822 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentley High Street Middle School High Street , Bentley DN5 0AA | - not rated | 1,824 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Village Middle School Asquith Road , Bentley DN5 0NU | - not rated | 2,236 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brodsworth CofE First and Middle School Park View , Brodsworth DN5 7XF | - not rated | 4,130 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carcroft Middle School Owston Road , Carcroft DN6 8DR | - not rated | 4,607 yd | Community 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 | 161 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Don Valley School and Performing Arts College Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9DD | - not rated | 161 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 3out of 4 | 1,347 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Adwick Windmill Balk Lane , Woodlands DN6 7SF | 3out of 4 | 2,752 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 | 4,086 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hexthorpe Middle School Urban Road , DN4 0HH | - not rated | 4,349 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Balby Middle School Oswin Avenue , Balby DN4 0NY | - not rated | 5,062 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr House Middle School Danum Road , DN4 5HF | - not rated | 5,460 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 | 3,626 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster College The Hub, Chappell Drive , DN1 2RF | - not rated | 3,639 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosedale Road First School Rosedale Road , Scawsby DN5 8SU | - not rated | 976 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Hill School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anchorage School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Picture Doncaster High Street , Bentley DN5 0BF | - not rated | 1,868 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge Community School Tenter Balk Lane , Adwick-le-Street DN6 7EF | - not rated | 3,098 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don Valley Academy | Jossey Lane, Scawthorpe | 160 yd | |
| Scawthorpe Library | Amersall Road, Scawthorpe | 604 yd | |
| Megabites Cafe | Unit 3, Maysam Court | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scawthorpe Social Club | Eskdale Drive, Scawthorpe | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Fish | 11 Crossland Way, Scawthorpe | 702 yd | |
| New York Pizza | Unit 2, Maysam Court | 703 yd | |
| Star Wok | 153 Petersgate, Scawthorpe | 764 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Don Valley Academy (Closed) Jossey Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 157 yd |
| Doncaster North City Learning (Closed) Jossey Lane | 230 yd | |
| Castle Hills Primary School JOSSEY LANE | grass pitches | 550 yd |
| Askern Springs CHATSWORTH CRESCENT | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Scawthorpe Community Centre Amersall Road | 632 yd | |
| Langdale Drive Playing Fields PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS LANGDALE DRIVE | grass pitches | 979 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 | 66.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.