Postcode Analysis Doncaster, Yorkshire and The Humber

GORDON ROAD, DN12 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GORDON ROAD, DN12 1AF.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 32,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DN12 1AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DN12 1AF is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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DN12 1AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gordon Road, 0.8km from New Edlington in Warmsworth. Administratively it sits within Edlington & Warmsworth ward and the Don Valley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £82k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for DN12 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00038251 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN12 1AF. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 6%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 77,500

10 sales · Mean £ 74,600

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DN12 1AF is moderate at 76 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences98
Shoplifting90
Criminal damage and arson38
Anti-social behaviour33
Public order29

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington

Good161 pupils0.1 km
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Edlington Victoria Academy

Good260 pupils0.5 km
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Hill Top Academy

Outstanding392 pupils0.8 km
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Sir Thomas Wharton Academy

Good1040 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Aup Store Ltd0.6 km
  • Edlington Market0.2 km
  • Applegreen0.3 km
  • Bakerboys0.1 km
  • Costcutter0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The New Yorkshire Main Off Club0.6 km
  • The Tumbler0.4 km
  • Yorkshire Main Working Mens Club0.6 km
  • Edlington Ex-Services Social Club0.2 km
  • Yorkshire Main Sports & Social Club1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Conka Candy & Cakes0.1 km
  • Edlo Cafe0.3 km
  • Library0.2 km
  • Ollies Cafe0.1 km
  • Valentinos0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Fish Bits Express0.1 km
  • Edlington Grill0.2 km
  • Hong Kong Delight0.2 km
  • Pizza King Express BBQ House0.7 km
  • The Sarnie Shop0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Conisbrough2.9 km
  • Doncaster5.5 km
  • Mexborough6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Edlington Lane/Markham Road0.1 km
  • Edlington Lane/Cross Street0.1 km
  • Markham Road/Edlington Lane0.2 km
  • Edlington Lane/Thomson Avenue0.2 km
  • Edlington Lane/Main Avenue0.2 km