Ballam Avenue is in Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN5 9DX 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 Ballam Avenue, Doncaster, DN5 9DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN5 9DY, DN5 9DU, DN5 9DL, DN5 9DW, DN5 9DJ, DN5 9DT, DN5 9DN, DN5 9DH, DN5 9DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN5 9DX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 48.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 34.3% | 33.3% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.5% | 41.4% | 3.9% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 1.8% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 18.5% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 9.4% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 3.6% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (70.5%) 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 | 40.4% | 34.3% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -14.1% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 36.2% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 17.9% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 9% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 9DX this area, 28.9% 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 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 28.9% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 10.2% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 16% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 20% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 16.9% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.5% | 95.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97% | 94.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ballam Avenue was 199.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.4% higher than the Bentley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ballam Avenue has the 20th highest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bentley and the 178th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Ballam Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-01-22 | £164,506 |
| 22 Ballam Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-03-07 | £99,834 |
| 26 Ballam Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2022-11-15 | £192,048 |
| 10 Ballam Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-02-25 | £192,873 |
| 24 Ballam Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-01-24 | £175,714 |
DN5 9DX 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scawthorpe Castle Hills Primary School Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9ED | 3out of 4 | 469 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosedale Primary School Emley Drive , Scawsby DN5 8RL | 1out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawthorpe Sunnyfields Primary School Rose Crescent , Scawthorpe DN5 9EW | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Primary Academy Coppice Road , Highfields DN6 7JB | 2out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scawsby Saltersgate Junior School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 8NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 397 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 2out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Adwick Windmill Balk Lane , Woodlands DN6 7SF | 2out of 4 | 2,653 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster UTC College Road , DN1 3BF | - not rated | 4,537 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cross Academy Thorne Road , DN1 2HY | 3out of 4 | 4,553 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Hill School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 4out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge Community School Tenter Balk Lane , Adwick-le-Street DN6 7EF | - not rated | 3,007 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge Enterprise College Keepmoat Stadium (East Stand) , Stadium Way DN4 5JW | - not rated | 3,320 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Levett School Melton Road , Sprotbrough DN5 7SB | 3out of 4 | 3,446 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridge Employability College 10 Ebor Court , Malton Way DN6 7FE | - not rated | 4,208 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don Valley Academy | Jossey Lane, Scawthorpe | 438 yd | |
| Scawthorpe Library | Amersall Road, Scawthorpe | 628 yd | |
| Megabites Cafe | Unit 3, Maysam Court | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scawthorpe Social Club | Eskdale Drive, Scawthorpe | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Wok | 153 Petersgate, Scawthorpe | 522 yd | |
| New York Pizza | Unit 2, Maysam Court | 769 yd | |
| King Fish | 11 Crossland Way, Scawthorpe | 771 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Hills Primary School JOSSEY LANE | grass pitches | 319 yd |
| Askern Springs CHATSWORTH CRESCENT | grass pitches | 412 yd |
| Don Valley Academy (Closed) Jossey Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 436 yd |
| Doncaster North City Learning (Closed) Jossey Lane | 522 yd | |
| Scawthorpe Community Centre Amersall Road | 663 yd | |
| Langdale Drive Playing Fields PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS LANGDALE DRIVE | grass pitches | 864 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 204.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.