Askern vs Bentley (Doncaster)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 4.9 miles apart.
The verdict
Askern is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 47% lower. Askern has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Bentley (doncaster) edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Askern
£138,527
Bentley (Doncaster)
£263,762
Crime Rate
Askern
116.4
Bentley (Doncaster)
116.4
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Askern
66.7%
Bentley (Doncaster)
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Askern
356.2
Bentley (Doncaster)
414
EPC Rating
Askern
70.4
Bentley (Doncaster)
70.6
Median Income
Askern
£29,931
Bentley (Doncaster)
£30,329
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Bentley (doncaster) commands an average of £263,762, compared with £138,527 in Askern – a difference of 47%. The most affordable entry point in Askern is a flat at £63,500, while in Bentley (doncaster) it is a terraced at £125,503.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 70% pricier in Bentley (doncaster) (£212,500 vs £63,500).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Askern prices grew faster — 63% vs 58%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberAskern has a crime rate of 116.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Bentley (doncaster) at 116.4 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Askern is violent-crime, while in Bentley (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 Bentley (doncaster), where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 66.7% in Askern. There are 3 schools in Askern and 4 in Bentley (doncaster).
Askern School Inspection Breakdown
66.7% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Bentley (Doncaster) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (4 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Askern | Bentley (Doncaster) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 3 | 4 |
| Primary | 3 | 4 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 66.7% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 414.0 Mbps in Bentley (doncaster) and 356.2 Mbps in Askern. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97.1% of premises in Askern and 97.8% in Bentley (doncaster). Gigabit availability stands at 66.1% in Askern and 79% in Bentley (doncaster).
Bentley (doncaster) is the faster of the two by 16% on average download speed (414 vs 356 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Bentley (doncaster) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.6 (C), while Askern averages 70.4 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,390 in Askern and £1,114 in Bentley (doncaster). 59.7% of homes in Askern have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 60% in Bentley (doncaster).
Bentley (doncaster) has more energy-efficient housing — 60% reach band C or above, vs 59.7% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,329 in Bentley (doncaster) and £29,931.4 in Askern. The median age is 47.5 in Askern and 43.5 in Bentley (doncaster). Owner-occupancy is 67.7% in Askern versus 62.5% in Bentley (doncaster). Employment rates stand at 56.6% in Askern and 55.4% in Bentley (doncaster).
| Indicator | Askern | Bentley (Doncaster) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,439 | 12,044 |
| Median Age | 47.5 | 43.5 |
| Median Household Income | £29,931.4 | £30,329 |
| Employment Rate | 56.6% | 55.4% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.7% | 62.5% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 32.8% | 23% |
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