Armthorpe vs Doncaster
Which is better to live in? Distance: 3.1 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Armthorpe wins on house prices with a 2% gap. Doncaster has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Doncaster edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Armthorpe
£219,555
Doncaster
£223,181
Crime Rate
Armthorpe
116.6
Doncaster
116.5
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Armthorpe
75.0%
Doncaster
95.2%
Avg Download Speed
Armthorpe
413.8
Doncaster
489.8
EPC Rating
Armthorpe
70.9
Doncaster
70.9
Median Income
Armthorpe
£30,186
Doncaster
£30,186
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Doncaster commands an average of £223,181, compared with £219,555 in Armthorpe – a difference of 2%. The most affordable entry point in Armthorpe is a flat at £98,904, while in Doncaster it is a flat at £114,266.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 28% pricier in Armthorpe (£152,069 vs £118,343).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Armthorpe prices grew faster — 75% vs 28%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberResidents of Doncaster experience less crime overall, with a rate of 116.5 per 1,000 versus 116.6 per 1,000 in Armthorpe. The most common crime category in Armthorpe is violent-crime, while in Doncaster it is violent-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in Yorkshire and the HumberFamilies may prefer Doncaster, where 95.2% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 75% in Armthorpe. There are 5 schools in Armthorpe and 28 in Doncaster.
Armthorpe School Inspection Breakdown
75% of 5 schools (4 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Doncaster School Inspection Breakdown
95.2% of 28 schools (21 primary, 7 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Armthorpe | Doncaster |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 5 | 28 |
| Primary | 4 | 21 |
| Secondary | 1 | 7 |
| % Top two bands | 75% | 95.2% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 489.8 Mbps in Doncaster and 413.8 Mbps in Armthorpe. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97.7% of premises in Armthorpe and 99% in Doncaster. Gigabit availability stands at 79.8% in Armthorpe and 97.7% in Doncaster.
Doncaster is the faster of the two by 18% on average download speed (490 vs 414 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Armthorpe leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.9 (C), while Doncaster averages 70.9 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,093 in Armthorpe and £1,093 in Doncaster. 61.2% of homes in Armthorpe have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 61.2% in Doncaster.
Armthorpe has more energy-efficient housing — 61.2% reach band C or above, vs 61.2% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,186 in Armthorpe and £30,186 in Doncaster. The median age is 43.4 in Armthorpe and 43.4 in Doncaster. Owner-occupancy is 62.8% in Armthorpe versus 62.8% in Doncaster. Employment rates stand at 54.9% in Armthorpe and 54.9% in Doncaster.
| Indicator | Armthorpe | Doncaster |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,161 | 87,094 |
| Median Age | 43.4 | 43.4 |
| Median Household Income | £30,186 | £30,186 |
| Employment Rate | 54.9% | 54.9% |
| Owner Occupied | 62.8% | 62.8% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 22.7% | 22.7% |
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