DN12 1AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Nelson Road, 0.9km from New Edlington in Warmsworth. Administratively it sits within Edlington & Warmsworth ward and the Don Valley constituency.
Day-to-day life in DN12 1AT has the character of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 80 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £74k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.7% year-on-year. 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 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00038243 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NELSON ROAD, DN12 1AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NELSON ROAD, DN12 1AT.
298
37
£ 32,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN12 1AT 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 37, DN12 1AT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 21.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN12 1AT. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 98,500
2 sales · Mean £ 98,500
Terraced
£ 54,000
9 sales · Mean £ 69,722
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DN12 1AT is moderate at 80 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington
Edlington Victoria Academy
Hill Top Academy
Sir Thomas Wharton Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Aup Store Ltd0.6 km
- Edlington Market0.3 km
- Applegreen0.2 km
- Bakerboys0.2 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The New Yorkshire Main Off Club0.5 km
- The Tumbler0.5 km
- Yorkshire Main Working Mens Club0.5 km
- Edlington Ex-Services Social Club0.2 km
- Yorkshire Main Sports & Social Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Conka Candy & Cakes0.3 km
- Edlo Cafe0.2 km
- Library0.3 km
- Ollies Cafe0.3 km
- Valentinos0.7 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Fish Bits Express0.2 km
- Edlington Grill0.1 km
- Hong Kong Delight0.2 km
- Pizza King Express BBQ House0.9 km
- The Sarnie Shop0.2 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Supermarket0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Conisbrough2.9 km
- Doncaster5.4 km
- Mexborough6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Main Avenue/Nelson Road0.1 km
- Edlington Lane/Main Avenue0.2 km
- Edlington Lane/Markham Road0.2 km
- Edlington Lane/Main Avenue0.2 km
- Markham Road/Edlington Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DN121AT · Data under Open Government Licence