S64 0BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Fontwell Drive, 0.4km from Mexborough in Mexborough. Administratively it sits within Mexborough ward and the Doncaster North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 8.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S64 0BH are sourced from Output Area E00038377 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FONTWELL DRIVE, S64 0BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FONTWELL DRIVE, S64 0BH.
234
56
£ 28,200 /yr
42%
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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 94% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, S64 0BH is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £175k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 8.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S64 0BH. The average age is 56.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 167,500
4 sales · Mean £ 161,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S64 0BH has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School
Montagu Academy
Windhill Primary School
The Laurel Academy
New Pastures Primary School
Highwoods Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Cohens Chemist0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.5 km
- Premier Stores0.4 km
- Sodexo Healthcare (Retail)0.3 km
- The Proper Ice Cream Company0.8 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Bulls Head1.0 km
- George And Dragon1.0 km
- New Masons Arms0.8 km
- Dog Daisy0.4 km
- Montagu Arms1.0 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- 30 Mexborough0.9 km
- Casper's Coffee House0.9 km
- Greenfords Deli0.9 km
- Mexborough Life Church0.8 km
- Spice Library0.9 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Angie's Plaice0.4 km
- Donnie Road Fish Bar0.9 km
- Lucky Garden0.9 km
- Punjab Balti House0.8 km
- Pym Road Chippy0.6 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Group0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mexborough1.2 km
- Swinton (South Yorkshire)2.2 km
- Bolton-On-Dearne2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Sedgefield Way0.2 km
- Sedgefield Way/Adwick Road0.2 km
- Sedgefield Way/Adwick Road0.2 km
- Adwick Road/Tennyson Avenue0.3 km
- Princess Road/Harlington Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S640BH · Data under Open Government Licence