Windmill Balk Lane is in Woodlands, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN6 7LF is located in the Adwick le Street & Carcroft electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windmill Balk Lane, Woodlands, Doncaster, DN6 7LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN6 7LE, DN6 7LQ, DN6 7SG, DN6 7LG, DN6 7LD, DN6 7LH, DN6 7SH, DN6 7SL, DN6 7LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN6 7LF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents 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 | 52.4% | 52.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DN6 7LF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44% | 46.2% | 2.2% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.7% | 35.2% | 1.5% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 11.7% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 44.9% | 50.4% | 5.5% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 28.4% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 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.
In the area around DN6 7LF this area, 34.8% 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 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.4% | 34.8% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 11.6% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.6% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.9% | 13.8% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.5% | 95.6% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
In this area, 93.1% 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% | 93.1% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 5% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windmill Balk Lane was 102.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.8% lower than the Adwick le Street & Carcroft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Windmill Balk Lane has the 27th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Adwick le Street & Carcroft and the 438th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Windmill Balk Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2021-03-22 | £155,866 |
| 82 Windmill Balk Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2020-10-21 | £156,569 |
| 92 Windmill Balk Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2016-06-15 | £95,339 |
| 92 Windmill Balk Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2006-08-14 | £141,222 |
| 92 Windmill Balk Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2002-12-03 | £105,694 |
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adwick Primary School Stafford Road , Woodlands DN6 7LW | 3out of 4 | 635 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Doncaster Lane , Woodlands DN6 7QN | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands The Crescent , Woodlands DN6 7RG | - not rated | 894 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Primary Academy Coppice Road , Highfields DN6 7JB | 2out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carcroft Primary School Owston Road , Carcroft DN6 8DR | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Adwick Windmill Balk Lane , Woodlands DN6 7SF | 2out of 4 | 256 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Don Valley Academy Jossey Lane , Scawthorpe DN5 9DD | 3out of 4 | 2,945 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 2out of 4 | 3,640 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Ridge Community School Tenter Balk Lane , Adwick-le-Street DN6 7EF | - not rated | 449 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridge Employability College 10 Ebor Court , Malton Way DN6 7FE | - not rated | 1,615 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Hill School Barnsley Road , Scawsby DN5 7UB | 4out of 4 | 3,640 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Baps | 2 Stafford Road, Woodlands | 303 yd | |
| The Ridge Employability College | 4-12 Church Lane, Adwick Le Street | 422 yd | |
| Woodlands Library | Windmill Balk Lane, Woodlands | 532 yd | |
| Catering Kitchen | Adwick Leisure Centre, Welfare Road | 651 yd | |
| Family Cafe | 248 Great North Road, Woodlands | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foresters Arms | Village Street, Adwick Le Street | 476 yd | |
| Woodlands Rhinos Club | 4 Princess Street, Woodlands | 715 yd | |
| Brodsworth Welfare Community Hub | Great North Road, Woodlands | 821 yd | |
| Woodlands Snooker Club | 210 Great North Road, Woodlands | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Rooms | Foresters Arms, Village Street | 475 yd | |
| Chico's Pizza | 284 Great North Road, Woodlands | 736 yd | |
| Indian Flavours | 280 Great North Road, Woodlands | 736 yd | |
| Doozy Burger | 252 Great North Road, Woodlands | 786 yd | |
| Panda Garden | 264 Great North Road, Woodlands | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food | Unit 4, Woodlands District Centre, Great North Road | 825 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adwick Park TOWN HALL TOWN HALL WINDMILL BALK LANE | grass pitches | 207 yd |
| Outwood Academy (Adwick) (Closed) Windmill Balk Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 279 yd |
| Adwick Leisure Complex ADWICK LEISURE CENTRE FORMAL LAND ADWICK LEISURE CENTRE FORMAL LAND WELFARE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 584 yd |
| Outwood Academy (Adwick) WINDMILL BALK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 629 yd |
| St Joseph And St Teresas Catholic Primary School DONCASTER LANE | grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Brodsworth Miners Welfare Welfare Rd | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Adwick Lane Playing Field AMENITY GRASS AREA AMENITY GRASS AREA CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 971 yd |
| Woodlands Park The Park | grass pitches | 1,055 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 | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.