Kingsmede is in Moorends, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN8 4SN is located in the Thorne & Moorends electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Doncaster North. This postcode has been in use since 2003-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsmede, Moorends, Doncaster, DN8 4SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN8 4SB, DN8 4SW, DN8 4SA, DN8 4SF, DN8 4PR, DN8 4SG, DN8 4RZ, DN8 4PT, DN8 4SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN8 4SN 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 | 51.6% | 51.4% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.6% | 0.2% | 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 | 29.4% | 37.8% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 45.6% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8.8% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 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 | 40% | 46.3% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 33.2% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 14.1% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 14.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.1% | 25.1% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 14.5% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.9% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 17.2% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 14.2% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -19.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 97.5% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 86.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.8% | 86.8% | -10.0% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 10.9% | 9.3% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 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 | 96.3% | 86.6% | -9.7% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 4.6% | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Romania | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsmede was 228.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 107.8% higher than the Thorne & Moorends average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Kingsmede has the 5th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Thorne & Moorends and the 141st highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 79.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Kingsmede, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2021-10-29 | £207,837 |
| 5 Kingsmede, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2020-09-01 | £212,080 |
| 3 Kingsmede, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2019-09-27 | £202,005 |
| 12 Kingsmede, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-07-30 | £290,172 |
| 1 Kingsmede, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2018-04-12 | £210,922 |
DN8 4SN 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshland Primary Academy Marshland Road , Moorends DN8 4SB | 2out of 4 | 227 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Road Primary Academy West Road , Moorends DN8 4LH | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School King Edward Road , Thorne DN8 4BY | 4out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Top Middlebrook Lane , Thorne DN8 5LB | 3out of 4 | 2,396 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Primary Academy Wike Gate Road , Thorne DN8 5PQ | 2out of 4 | 2,443 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 | 1,684 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 | 241 yd | |
| DHL for The Range | Nimbus Park, Mount Pleasant Road | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comrades Club | 160 Marshland Road, Moorends | 150 yd | |
| Moorends Hotel | 156 Marshland Road, Moorends | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan Tandoori | 153-155 Marshland Road, Moorends | 167 yd | |
| Efes Grill | 136 Marshland Road, Moorends | 303 yd | |
| Fortune Cookie | 152 Marshland Road, Moorends | 303 yd | |
| Moorends Pizzaria | 142 Marshland Road, Moorends | 315 yd | |
| Golden Star | 93 Marshland Road, Moorends | 450 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moorends Miners Welfare BARNSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,008 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.09 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.09 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.87 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.