Littlewood Road is in Thorne, Doncaster and in Doncaster district. DN8 5JE 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 Littlewood Road, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 5JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN8 5JH, DN8 5JD, DN8 5JQ, DN8 5JA, DN8 5XA, DN8 5JB, DN8 5JG, DN8 5HY, DN8 5BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN8 5JE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 31% | 35.7% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 37.6% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 12.2% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 10.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 (66.4%) 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 | 37.5% | 35.6% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 30.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 24.8% | 21.3% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 10.2% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 5JE this area, 33.3% 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 13.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.8% | 33.3% | -19.5% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 13.3% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 18.2% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 15.9% | 10.0% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.5% | 13.3% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -20.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 96.5% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.8% | 95.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 94.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Littlewood Road was 45.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.3% lower than the Thorne & Moorends average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Littlewood Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Thorne & Moorends and the 245th lowest crime rate of 1,002 local areas in Doncaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Littlewood Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-03-18 | £142,049 |
| 9 Littlewood Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2024-02-16 | £137,537 |
| 21 Littlewood Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-03-20 | £122,595 |
| 2 Littlewood Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-07-30 | £124,532 |
| 11 Littlewood Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2019-10-14 | £126,477 |
DN8 5JE 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooke Primary Academy Wike Gate Road , Thorne DN8 5PQ | 2out of 4 | 560 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Top Middlebrook Lane , Thorne DN8 5LB | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School King Edward Road , Thorne DN8 4BY | 4out of 4 | 793 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshland Primary Academy Marshland Road , Moorends DN8 4SB | 2out of 4 | 2,006 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Road Primary Academy West Road , Moorends DN8 4LH | 3out of 4 | 2,277 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 | 270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retreats (Autism Plus) Day Provision | Bridge Street, Thorne | 585 yd | |
| Little P's Cafe & Sandwich Bar | Miller Close, Thorne | 595 yd | |
| Retreats (Autism Plus) Day Provision | Thorne House, St Nicholas Road | 615 yd | |
| Casson Court Cafe | Casson Court, Church Street | 666 yd | |
| Lotties Cafe | Unit 5, Allens Industrial Park | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rugby Club House | Thornensians Rufc, Church Balk | 294 yd | |
| The Democratic Club | Democratic Club And Institute, Southfield Road | 554 yd | |
| Willa Spoons | Silver Street, Thorne | 672 yd | |
| The White Hart Hotel | Market Place, Silver Street | 744 yd | |
| Fuzion | 9-11 King Street, Thorne | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chips Stop | 54 Miller Lane, Thorne | 597 yd | |
| La Pizza | 3 Market Place, Silver Street | 689 yd | |
| Shakes and Cakes | 72 King Street, Thorne | 808 yd | |
| Thornes Best Kebab | 8 Finkle Court, Thorne | 819 yd | |
| Spice Hut | 9 Finkle Court, Thorne | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | King Street, Thorne | 808 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wyke Gate Park Wike Gate Road | grass pitches | 217 yd |
| Thorne Leisure Centre HAYNES ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 221 yd |
| Thornensians Rufc CHURCH BALK | grass pitches | 335 yd |
| Trinity Academy Church Balk | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 349 yd |
| Thorne Grammar School (Closed) St. Nicholas Road | 567 yd | |
| Coulman Road Recreation Ground PALM GROVE COURT | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Tone Zone Fitness Club (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 815 yd |
| Thorne King Edward Primary School KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 877 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 | 36.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.