Barnsley Road is in Moorends, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN8 4QU is located in the Thorne & Moorends electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnsley Road, Moorends, Doncaster, DN8 4QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN8 4QT, DN8 4QX, DN8 4RD, DN8 4QY, DN8 4QQ, DN8 4QB, DN8 4QE, DN8 4RA, DN8 4QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN8 4QU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.3% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.7% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 29.6% | 39.8% | 10.2% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 39.8% | -11.9% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10% | 13% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 5.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 45.8% | 42.1% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 37.8% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 12.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 6.4% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 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.
In the area around DN8 4QU this area, 31.7% 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 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 31.7% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 14.3% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 19.3% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.6% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 12.4% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 13.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.6% | 95.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 94.3% | 92.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 5.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 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 | 94% | 92.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61% | 76.7% | -15.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 33.5% | 13.5% | 20.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.6% | 37.2% | 13.4% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnsley Road was 9.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% lower than the Thorne & Moorends average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Barnsley Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Thorne & Moorends and the 18th lowest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.2%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Barnsley Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2025-09-05 | £120,000 |
| 55 Barnsley Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2023-01-19 | £126,854 |
| 61 Barnsley Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-06-16 | £143,161 |
| 61 Barnsley Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-08-23 | £120,172 |
| 65 Barnsley Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2015-11-17 | £89,596 |
DN8 4QU 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 | 94 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Road Primary Academy West Road , Moorends DN8 4LH | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland Primary Academy Marshland Road , Moorends DN8 4SB | 2out of 4 | 518 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School King Edward Road , Thorne DN8 4BY | 4out of 4 | 1,866 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Primary Academy Wike Gate Road , Thorne DN8 5PQ | 2out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Top Middlebrook Lane , Thorne DN8 5LB | 3out of 4 | 2,951 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy Church Balk , Thorne DN8 5BY | 2out of 4 | 2,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorends Cafe | 4 Wembley Road, Moorends | 501 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorends Hotel | 156 Marshland Road, Moorends | 643 yd | |
| Comrades Club | 160 Marshland Road, Moorends | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Land | 8 The Circle, Moorends | 262 yd | |
| Chips and Things | 3 The Circle, Moorends | 299 yd | |
| Golden Star | 93 Marshland Road, Moorends | 596 yd | |
| Mirchi | 92 Marshland Road, Moorends | 641 yd | |
| Moorends Fish & Chips | 88 Marshland Road, Moorends | 641 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moorends Miners Welfare BARNSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 301 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 | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 6.3% |
| Median download speed | 26.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.