Postcode Analysis Doncaster, Yorkshire and The Humber

PRINCES CRESCENT, DN12 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCES CRESCENT, DN12 1BL.

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Population

329

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DN12 1BL 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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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DN12 1BL spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (37) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DN12 1BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Princes Crescent, 1.1km from New Edlington in Warmsworth. Administratively it sits within Edlington & Warmsworth ward and the Don Valley constituency.

For renters and young professionals, DN12 1BL offers residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 109 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £95k, 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 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00038239 (shared with 7 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 1BL. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 6%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 71,000

4 sales · Mean £ 76,000

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

Crime around DN12 1BL is above average at 109 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 offences90
Shoplifting75
Criminal damage and arson30
Public order25
Anti-social behaviour22

school Local Schools

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Edlington Victoria Academy

Good260 pupils0.1 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Edlington

Good161 pupils0.6 km
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Hill Top Academy

Outstanding392 pupils1.3 km
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Warmsworth Primary School

Outstanding463 pupils1.5 km
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Sir Thomas Wharton Academy

Good1040 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Aup Store Ltd0.8 km
  • Edlington Market0.7 km
  • One Stop0.3 km
  • Applegreen0.3 km
  • Bakerboys0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The New Yorkshire Main Off Club0.3 km
  • The Tumbler0.9 km
  • Yorkshire Main Sports & Social Club0.6 km
  • Edlington Ex-Services Social Club0.4 km
  • Yorkshire Main Working Mens Club0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

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

7 nearby
  • Fish Bits Express0.6 km
  • Petes Plaice0.1 km
  • Subway @ One Stop Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • The Lucky Star Takeaway0.6 km
  • Hong Kong Delight0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Conisbrough2.9 km
  • Doncaster5.0 km
  • Mexborough6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Church Road/Dukes Crescent0.1 km
  • Edlington Lane/Main Avenue0.3 km
  • Main Avenue/Nelson Road0.3 km
  • Edlington Lane/Fielders Way0.3 km
  • Edlington Lane/Staveley Street0.3 km