DN8 4DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lime Tree Grove, 1.1km from North Common in Thorne. Administratively it sits within Thorne & Moorends ward and the Don Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £117k, 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 DN8 4DL are sourced from Output Area E00038704 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIME TREE GROVE, DN8 4DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIME TREE GROVE, DN8 4DL.
307
39
£ 34,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DN8 4DL 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.
Area Character
DN8 4DL is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 4DL. 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
Economic Activity
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
£ 110,000
9 sales · Mean £ 107,111
Terraced
£ 86,000
1 sales · Mean £ 86,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DN8 4DL has low crime rates — 36 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
Trinity Academy
Green Top
Brooke Primary Academy
Marshland Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Kings Chamber0.8 km
- The Windmill0.7 km
- The Rugby Club House0.8 km
- Fuzion0.7 km
- Stonegate Club0.9 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Cooplands0.8 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
- Thorne Mini Market0.8 km
- B & M1.0 km
- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.6 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Mei Mei0.7 km
- Lais Garden0.4 km
- Spice Hut0.8 km
- China House0.3 km
- Golden Cod0.4 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Coffee Co0.7 km
- Retreats (Autism Plus) Day Provision0.6 km
- Casson Court Cafe0.7 km
- Deja Vu0.8 km
- Kings Cafe0.7 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thorne North0.6 km
- Thorne1.1 km
- Thorne South1.8 km
Bus Stops
- King Edward Road/Millfield Road0.3 km
- King Edward Road/North Eastern Road0.3 km
- North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.3 km
- North Eastern Road/Foster Road0.3 km
- King Edward Road/Inglenook Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DN84DL · Data under Open Government Licence