King Street is in Thorne, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN8 5BD 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 King Street, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 5BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN8 5AP, DN8 5BA, DN8 5DE, DN8 5GA, DN8 5FD, DN8 5TW, DN8 5DH, DN8 5DJ, DN8 5DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN8 5BD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 51.6% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 52.5% | 48.4% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 34.4% | 38.2% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.3% | 28.3% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -15.9% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 21.6% | 15.3% | -6.3% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 5% | 13.9% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
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 (67.2%) 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 | 36% | 36.1% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 36% | 31.1% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 18.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 10.2% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 5BD this area, 36.7% 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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.4% | 36.7% | 7.3% | 18.2% | 18.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 11.3% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.3% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 8.1% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 13.6% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.3% | 16.8% | -2.5% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 94% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 84.5% 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 | 96.6% | 84.5% | -12.1% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 12% | 12.0% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 84.5% | -12.1% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.3% | 76.7% | -15.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 10.4% | 0.9% | 9.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Street was 285.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 159.4% higher than the Thorne & Moorends average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
King Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Thorne & Moorends and the 94th highest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 117.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 King Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-01-21 | £309,628 |
| 1 King Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-09-11 | £184,926 |
| 5 - 7 King Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2003-05-30 | £252,544 |
| 9 King Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1999-09-23 | £229,654 |
| 11 King Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1999-09-23 | £229,654 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DN8 5BD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 575 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School King Edward Road , Thorne DN8 4BY | 4out of 4 | 838 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooke Primary Academy Wike Gate Road , Thorne DN8 5PQ | 2out of 4 | 1,195 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland Primary Academy Marshland Road , Moorends DN8 4SB | 2out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Road Primary Academy West Road , Moorends DN8 4LH | 3out of 4 | 2,445 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 | 828 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Cafe | 30 King Street, Thorne | 51 yd | |
| Coffee Co | 90 King Street, Thorne | 51 yd | |
| Deja Vu | 7C Finkle Street, Thorne | 58 yd | |
| Toasted | 17 Finkle Street, Thorne | 58 yd | |
| Casson Court Cafe | Casson Court, Church Street | 120 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuzion | 9-11 King Street, Thorne | 3 yd | |
| The Red Bear | The Green, Thorne | 74 yd | |
| The White Hart Hotel | Market Place, Silver Street | 117 yd | |
| The Fair Green Hotel | Horse Fair Green, Thorne | 166 yd | |
| Stonegate Club | Stone Gate Club, Horse Fair Green | 166 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shakes and Cakes | 72 King Street, Thorne | 51 yd | |
| Thornes Best Kebab | 8 Finkle Court, Thorne | 93 yd | |
| Spice Hut | 9 Finkle Court, Thorne | 126 yd | |
| La Pizza | 3 Market Place, Silver Street | 139 yd | |
| Mei Mei | 35 King Street, Thorne | 158 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | King Street, Thorne | 51 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tone Zone Fitness Club (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 73 yd |
| Thorne Grammar School (Closed) St. Nicholas Road | 300 yd | |
| Toll Bar Recreation Ground ORCHARD STREET | grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Thorne Leisure Centre HAYNES ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 558 yd |
| Trinity Academy Church Balk | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 735 yd |
| Thornensians Rufc CHURCH BALK | grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Coulman Road Recreation Ground PALM GROVE COURT | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Wyke Gate Park Wike Gate Road | grass pitches | 917 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 | 80.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.