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Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside

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About

Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside is a residential suburb situated on the southeastern edge of Doncaster. The area is characterised by modern housing developments, built primarily from the late 20th century onwards, set around quiet, curving streets. It is bordered by open countryside and the notable Doncaster Lakeside complex, which includes a large retail park and entertainment venues. The layout prioritises family living with accessible local amenities and schools.

A central feature is the expansive Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, a significant wetland habitat with boardwalks and trails that border the residential streets. This provides a direct contrast of urban and natural environments. Transport links are provided by the nearby White Rose Way, connecting to the M18 motorway, while Doncaster Sheffield Airport lies just to the east, influencing the local soundscape and skyline with aircraft movements.

Area overview

On average Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside is £59,696 per year. There are 2 schools in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside is home to around 7,823 people, with a population density of about 1,403.2 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
77
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
3.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside Population
7,823
Population density
1,403.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
25.18(-42%)
Anti-social behaviour
22.5(+63%)
Vehicle crime
20.58(+269%)
Public order
7.67(-14%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.62(-34%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,261
80.02%
Other White
372
4.75%
Indian
346
4.42%
Pakistani
184
2.35%
Other
111
1.42%
Total population: 7,824

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,590
39.34%
Level 3 (A level)
1,122
17.04%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
900
13.67%
No qualifications
900
13.67%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
555
8.43%
Total 16+ residents: 6,583

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,468
43.72%
Owns with a mortgage
1,246
37.11%
Private landlord or letting agency
425
12.66%
Social rents from council
89
2.65%
Other forms of private rent
63
1.88%
Total households: 3,358

Property prices in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside

Based on 137 recent sales, the median property price is £237,500 in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,301 up to £1,250,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached75£300,000
Flats26£129,500
Semi-Detached25£225,000
Terraced11£216,000

10 years median price trend in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside.

All postcodes in Bessacarr Grange & Lakeside

DN47DQ

Primrose Place

DN47RG

Stoops Lane

DN47RS

Stoops Lane

DN47EG

Thealby Gardens

DN45FY

Bessacarr

DN46SU

Warnington Drive

DN45FA

Winscar Road

DN46EG

Goodison Boulevard

DN46ER

Cranwell Road

DN47BA

Ellers Road

DN46SL

Plumpton Park Road

DN47DF

Ellers Road

DN47NB

Bawtry Road

DN45NS

Chester Drive

DN46PS

Ryton Way

DN46SQ

Plumpton Park Road

DN47DA

Bawtry Road

DN45FZ

Bessacarr

DN47JN

Howden Close

DN47RP

Hindburn Close

DN45FF

Lakeside Boulevard

DN46PY

Highgrove Court

DN46TP

Goodison Boulevard

DN46XW

Oaklands

DN47FB

Dakota Way

DN47GA

Lincoln Close

DN46ET

Hollywell Drive

DN46SG

Plumpton Park Road

DN47PD

Bawtry Road

DN47BX

Cammidge Way

DN47JS

Top Hall Road

DN47AL

Bawtry Road

DN47BD

Lawnswood Court

DN46LU

High Grove

DN47FN

Sceptre Avenue

DN45FE

Kentmere Drive

DN47DJ

Honeysuckle Close

DN46UY

Hatchellwood View

DN47JR

Dunniwood Avenue

DN45PB

Derwent Drive

DN47FH

Portland Road

DN46EP

Cranwell Road

DN46SS

Warnington Drive

DN47DT

Ellers Avenue

DN47FT

Summit Drive

DN47FW

Bawtry Road

DN45QD

Lakeside Boulevard

DN47DN

Ellers Drive

DN47PE

Warren Lane

DN46FA

Islington Drive

DN47FA

Brocklesby Drive

DN47RF

Stoops Lane

DN47RY

Stoops Lane

DN47NX

Bawtry Road

DN47RE

Burnham Close

DN46GB

Kirstead Court

DN47EQ

Thealby Gardens

DN47RR

Stoops Lane

DN45PS

Malham Tarn Court

DN47BZ

Bawtry Road

DN45FG

Kentmere Drive

DN45NX

Swan Road

DN47FR

Fillies Avenue

DN47NY

Bawtry Road

DN47RL

Stoops Lane

DN46ES

Cranwell Road

DN46UZ

Riding Close

DN47RQ

Clayworth Drive

DN47DL

Ellers Drive

DN47DR

Sunflower Gardens

DN47GQ

Indiana Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.