DN8 4AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Marsden Grove, 1.0km from Hangsman Hill in Thorne. Administratively it sits within Thorne & Moorends ward and the Don Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, DN8 4AR represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.
Census 2021 statistics for DN8 4AR are sourced from Output Area E00038712 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARSDEN GROVE, DN8 4AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARSDEN GROVE, DN8 4AR.
507
41
£ 34,000 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 41, DN8 4AR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DN8 4AR. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 200,000
1 sales · Mean £ 200,000
Semi-Detached
£ 89,500
1 sales · Mean £ 89,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN8 4AR has low crime rates — 46 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Thorne King Edward Primary School
Green Top
Trinity Academy
Brooke Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- The Barge Inn0.7 km
- The Kings Chamber0.4 km
- The Windmill0.6 km
- Fuzion0.7 km
- Stonegate Club0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- McDonalds Restaurants0.9 km
- Steve Gooding0.7 km
- Coffee Co0.7 km
- Retreats (Autism Plus) Day Provision0.7 km
- Indian Spice0.7 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Cooplands0.7 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
- Thorne Mini Market0.9 km
- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.4 km
- 21 Finkle Street0.7 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Mei Mei0.6 km
- Lais Garden0.7 km
- Spice Hut0.8 km
- Old Mill Chippy0.3 km
- China House0.7 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thorne North0.3 km
- Thorne1.2 km
- Thorne South1.7 km
Bus Stops
- North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.2 km
- North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.2 km
- Thorne North Rail Station0.3 km
- Field Side/Brooke Street0.3 km
- Field Side/Pinfold Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DN84AR · Data under Open Government Licence