Postcode Analysis Doncaster, Yorkshire and The Humber

HIGHFIELD CRESCENT, DN8 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELD CRESCENT, DN8 4DP.

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Population

307

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 34,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DN8 4DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DN8 4DP's 60% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 20.7% year-on-year.

home £95,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DN8 4DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highfield Crescent, 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 4DP represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 20.7% 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 DN8 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00038704 (shared with 5 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 4DP. 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 / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 95,000

11 sales · Mean £ 109,136

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

DN8 4DP has low crime rates — 32 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.

Violence and sexual offences71
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order9
Other crime9
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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Thorne King Edward Primary School

Outstanding388 pupils0.5 km
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Green Top

Good467 pupils1.1 km
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Trinity Academy

Requires Improvement1262 pupils1.1 km
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Marshland Primary Academy

Requires Improvement146 pupils1.5 km
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Brooke Primary Academy

Requires Improvement354 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • The Barge Inn0.9 km
  • The Kings Chamber0.6 km
  • The Windmill0.7 km
  • Fuzion0.8 km
  • Stonegate Club0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Cooplands0.8 km
  • Heron Foods0.8 km
  • Thorne Mini Market0.9 km
  • B & M0.8 km
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.5 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Steve Gooding0.9 km
  • Coffee Co0.8 km
  • Retreats (Autism Plus) Day Provision0.8 km
  • Casson Court Cafe0.8 km
  • Deja Vu0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Mei Mei0.7 km
  • Lais Garden0.6 km
  • Spice Hut0.9 km
  • China House0.5 km
  • Golden Cod0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thorne North0.5 km
  • Thorne1.2 km
  • Thorne South1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.3 km
  • North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.3 km
  • King Edward Road/North Eastern Road0.5 km
  • King Edward Road/St Nicholas Road0.5 km
  • King Edward Road/Millfield Road0.5 km