Postcode report
Is DN4 7JL a Good Area? Schools, Crime & Local Insights
About DN4 7JL: area rating, property, schools and local change
DN4 7JL is a postcode in Bessacarr, Doncaster, Yorkshire and The Humber, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near DN4 7JL, then scores the surrounding small area 73/100 - top 13% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around DN4 7JL are local prosperity and safety, while schools and education is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for DN4 7JL is based on Doncaster 027 Census 2021. It covers 7,820 residents, 1,403 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 46, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 81% owner-occupied, 15% privately rented, 4% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 9/10.
For property prices near DN4 7JL, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the DN4 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £150k from 105 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near DN4 7JL can compare 3 state schools within one mile, including 3 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 1 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near DN4 7JL by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around DN4 7JL is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 5 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about DN4 7JL
Is DN4 7JL a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 73/100 (top 13% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near DN4 7JL?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near DN4 7JL?
3 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near DN4 7JL?
LocaleIQ currently matches 1 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for DN4 7JL?
LocaleIQ matched DN4 7JL to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in DN4 7JL?
The latest median sold price is £150k based on 105 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around DN4 7JL?
LocaleIQ currently shows 5 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.