Barnby Dun vs Doncaster
Which is better to live in? Distance: 4.7 miles apart.
The verdict
Doncaster is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 5% lower. Barnby Dun has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Barnby Dun edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Barnby Dun
£233,638
Doncaster
£223,181
Crime Rate
Barnby Dun
116.4
Doncaster
116.5
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Barnby Dun
100.0%
Doncaster
95.2%
Avg Download Speed
Barnby Dun
413.8
Doncaster
489.8
EPC Rating
Barnby Dun
70.9
Doncaster
70.9
Median Income
Barnby Dun
£30,186
Doncaster
£30,186
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Barnby Dun commands an average of £233,638, compared with £223,181 in Doncaster – a difference of 5%. The most affordable entry point in Barnby Dun is a terraced at £181,667, while in Doncaster it is a flat at £114,266.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 54% pricier in Barnby Dun (£181,667 vs £118,343).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Barnby Dun prices grew faster — 33% vs 28%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberBarnby Dun has a crime rate of 116.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Doncaster at 116.5 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Barnby Dun 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 Barnby Dun, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 95.2% in Doncaster. There are 1 schools in Barnby Dun and 28 in Doncaster.
Barnby Dun School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) 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 | Barnby Dun | Doncaster |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 28 |
| Primary | 1 | 21 |
| Secondary | 0 | 7 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 95.2% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 489.8 Mbps in Doncaster and 413.8 Mbps in Barnby Dun. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97.7% of premises in Barnby Dun and 99% in Doncaster. Gigabit availability stands at 79.8% in Barnby Dun 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
Barnby Dun 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 Barnby Dun and £1,093 in Doncaster. 61.2% of homes in Barnby Dun have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 61.2% in Doncaster.
Barnby Dun 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 Barnby Dun and £30,186 in Doncaster. The median age is 43.4 in Barnby Dun and 43.4 in Doncaster. Owner-occupancy is 62.8% in Barnby Dun versus 62.8% in Doncaster. Employment rates stand at 54.9% in Barnby Dun and 54.9% in Doncaster.
| Indicator | Barnby Dun | Doncaster |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,264 | 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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