Queen Street is in Thorne, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN8 5AA is located in the Thorne & Moorends electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Don Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Queen Street, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 5AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN8 5AY, DN8 5AB, DN8 4AE, DN8 5AE, DN8 5AZ, DN8 5AU, DN8 4AD, DN8 5EN, DN8 5FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN8 5AA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 52.4% | 47.9% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 52.1% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 30.4% | 39% | 8.6% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.7% | 29.2% | -0.5% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Separated | 7.1% | 2.2% | -4.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 20.2% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 11.1% |
| Widowed | 19.1% | 9.4% | -9.7% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 (65.8%) 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 | 33.5% | 32.1% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -16.3% |
| Good health | 31% | 33.7% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 24.8% | 25% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 12.3% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 6.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 5AA this area, 35.9% 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 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.5% | 35.9% | -14.6% | 18.2% | 17.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 10.1% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 10.5% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 12.3% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 17% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 1.8% | 7.2% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 4.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 95.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 99.1% | 90.1% | -9.0% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 8% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 90.4% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66% | 76.7% | -10.7% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 6.7% | 0.9% | 5.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 10.9% | 6.0% | 4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Queen Street was 200.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.6% higher than the Thorne & Moorends average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Queen Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Thorne & Moorends and the 177th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venlyn Queen Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2024-10-18 | £195,486 |
| 39 Queen Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-02-06 | £176,461 |
| 53A Queen Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-02-02 | £77,202 |
| Edelweiss Queen Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-12-08 | £186,827 |
| 41 Queen Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-08-25 | £184,267 |
DN8 5AA 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Top Middlebrook Lane , Thorne DN8 5LB | 3out of 4 | 808 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School King Edward Road , Thorne DN8 4BY | 4out of 4 | 958 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Primary Academy Wike Gate Road , Thorne DN8 5PQ | 2out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland Primary Academy Marshland Road , Moorends DN8 4SB | 2out of 4 | 2,269 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Road Primary Academy West Road , Moorends DN8 4LH | 3out of 4 | 2,502 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 | 1,065 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coppice School Ash Hill Road , Hatfield DN7 6JH | - not rated | 5,410 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morani's | 2 Field Road, Thorne | 121 yd | |
| Kings Cafe | 30 King Street, Thorne | 233 yd | |
| Coffee Co | 90 King Street, Thorne | 233 yd | |
| Deja Vu | 7C Finkle Street, Thorne | 269 yd | |
| Toasted | 17 Finkle Street, Thorne | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | Queen Street, Thorne | 3 yd | |
| The Red Bear | The Green, Thorne | 194 yd | |
| Fuzion | 9-11 King Street, Thorne | 265 yd | |
| Thorne Sea Cadets | Union Road, Thorne | 280 yd | |
| The Fair Green Hotel | Horse Fair Green, Thorne | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mei Mei | 35 King Street, Thorne | 122 yd | |
| Shakes and Cakes | 72 King Street, Thorne | 233 yd | |
| Spice Hut | 9 Finkle Court, Thorne | 256 yd | |
| Thornes Best Kebab | 8 Finkle Court, Thorne | 268 yd | |
| La Pizza | 3 Market Place, Silver Street | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | King Street, Thorne | 233 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 2, Quora Retail Park | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tone Zone Fitness Club (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 228 yd |
| Toll Bar Recreation Ground ORCHARD STREET | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Thorne Grammar School (Closed) St. Nicholas Road | 517 yd | |
| Thorne Leisure Centre HAYNES ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 821 yd |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 920 yd |
| Trinity Academy Church Balk | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 958 yd |
| Thornensians Rufc CHURCH BALK | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| Coulman Road Recreation Ground PALM GROVE COURT | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 73.3% |
| 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 | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 26.7% |
| Median download speed | 67.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.