Moving to Doncaster (DN7)

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Planning a move to DN7? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Doncaster area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Doncaster. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Doncaster

Based on 456 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in DN7 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£170,000
Average Price (all types)£195,465

By Property Type

Detached£254,000 (154 sales)
Semi-Detached£153,400 (206 sales)
Terraced£115,000 (74 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£88,750 (2 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Doncaster

As with many well-connected urban areas, Doncaster sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

DN7 Total Crimes (13 months)3,799
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average45% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,377 (49% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour663 (56% above avg)
Public Order215 (19% above avg)
Vehicle Crime269 (102% above avg)
Shoplifting166 (24% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson395 (107% above avg)
Burglary159 (66% above avg)
Other Theft147 (16% below avg)
Drugs82 (12% below avg)
Robbery32 (11% below avg)
Theft from Person3 (94% below avg)
Bicycle Theft9 (61% below avg)
Possession of Weapons34 (31% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Doncaster

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Doncaster, council tax is managed by Doncaster. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1445.17
B£40,001 – £52,000£1686.03
C£52,001 – £68,000£1926.89
D£68,001 – £88,000£2167.75
E£88,001 – £120,000£2649.47
F£120,001 – £160,000£3131.19
G£160,001 – £320,000£3612.92
H£320,001+£4335.50

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Doncaster

55.9 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the DN7 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population, giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)13

Green Spaces in Doncaster

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in DN7 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

85% of residential postcodes in DN7 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Doncaster

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the DN7 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)1
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery0

Broadband in Doncaster

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for DN7 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

62.0 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the DN7 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)97.0%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)87.5%
Gigabit capable87.5%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.1%

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Energy Performance in Doncaster

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for DN7 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be, which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score69
Total rated properties4980

Homes in DN7 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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