Postcode Analysis Doncaster, Yorkshire and The Humber

FOSTER ROAD, DN8 4AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOSTER ROAD, DN8 4AP.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 34,000 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DN8 4AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 39, DN8 4AP 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 down 20.0% year-on-year.

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

DN8 4AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Foster Road, 1.1km from Waterside in Thorne. Administratively it sits within Thorne & Moorends ward and the Don Valley constituency.

Day-to-day life in DN8 4AP 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 — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 20.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DN8 4AP are sourced from Output Area E00038714 (shared with 14 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 DN8 4AP. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 100,000

3 sales · Mean £ 100,000

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

Crime around DN8 4AP is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences91
Anti-social behaviour38
Shoplifting35
Public order30
Other crime15

school Local Schools

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Thorne King Edward Primary School

Outstanding388 pupils0.6 km
P

Green Top

Good467 pupils0.9 km
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Trinity Academy

Requires Improvement1262 pupils1.0 km
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Brooke Primary Academy

Requires Improvement354 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • The Barge Inn0.6 km
  • The Kings Chamber0.5 km
  • The Democratic Club1.0 km
  • The Windmill0.4 km
  • Fuzion0.5 km
  • + 9 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • McDonalds Restaurants0.9 km
  • Steve Gooding0.6 km
  • Coffee Co0.5 km
  • Retreats (Autism Plus) Day Provision0.6 km
  • Indian Spice0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Cooplands0.6 km
  • Heron Foods0.5 km
  • Thorne Mini Market0.7 km
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.2 km
  • 21 Finkle Street0.6 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Mei Mei0.4 km
  • Lais Garden0.7 km
  • Spice Hut0.6 km
  • Old Mill Chippy0.1 km
  • China House0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thorne North0.3 km
  • Thorne1.0 km
  • Thorne South1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.1 km
  • North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.1 km
  • Field Side/Durham Avenue0.2 km
  • Field Side/Foundry Lane0.2 km
  • Field Side/Brooke Street0.3 km