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Bessacarr

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About

Bessacarr is a residential ward located in the southeastern part of Doncaster, South Yorkshire. The area is known for its mix of housing, including detached and semi-detached homes, as well as some smaller terraced properties. Bessacarr borders Cantley and Rossington, with good transport links via the A638 and proximity to Doncaster Sheffield Airport.

The ward features several green spaces, including Bessacarr Playing Fields and Sandall Park, which offer recreational facilities. Local amenities include shops, schools, and healthcare services, catering to the needs of residents. The area has a suburban feel, with a mix of families and older residents. Bessacarr is also home to Doncaster College's High Melton campus, providing educational opportunities.

Area overview

On average Bessacarr has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bessacarr is £44,004 per year. There are 4 schools in Bessacarr: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

107

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

13.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bessacarr Population

14,960

Population density

2,650.5 per km²

Demographics

British

12,075

80.7%

Other White

844

5.64%

Indian

517

3.46%

Pakistani

329

2.2%

Other

234

1.56%

Total population: 14,962

Housing

Owns outright

2,563

38.91%

Owns with a mortgage

2,019

30.65%

Private landlord or letting agency

928

14.09%

Social rents from council

734

11.14%

Other social rented

178

2.7%

Total households: 6,587

Property prices in Bessacarr

Based on 170 recent sales, the median property price is £221,250 in Bessacarr area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £895,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	63	£300,000	£187,000	£232,750	£368,500	£763,700
Flats	24	£116,000	£87,249	£106,500	£129,250	£141,900
Semi-Detached	68	£193,750	£136,525	£161,500	£234,750	£288,250
Terraced	15	£193,000	£128,500	£140,500	£234,998	£289,497

10 years price trend in Bessacarr

All postcodes in Bessacarr

DN47HH

Fairfield Close

DN45PS

Malham Tarn Court

DN46AS

Anfield Road

DN46LA

Lewyns Drive

DN46LE

Shirburn Gardens

DN46ND

Ascot Avenue

DN46QL

Wensley Crescent

DN46QN

Wensley Crescent

DN46QR

Church Lane

DN47EQ

Thealby Gardens

DN47HQ

Longfield Drive

DN47RR

Stoops Lane

DN45FG

Kentmere Drive

DN46HX

Epsom Road

DN46AF

St Wilfrid's Road

DN46DT

Sandrock Drive

DN46DY

Sandrock Drive

DN46EE

Lidget Close

DN46HA

Everingham Road

DN46LD

Aldesworth Road

DN46NB

Rose Hill

DN46PF

Lilac Grove

DN46PQ

Lilac Grove

DN47BS

Bawtry Road

DN47RL

Stoops Lane

DN47RQ

Clayworth Drive

DN47DL

Ellers Drive

DN45LT

St Augustine's Road

DN45LS

Bridge Road

DN45NR

Bawtry Road

DN46AW

Bowlease Gardens

DN46BE

Anfield Road

DN46HP

Newmarket Road

DN46JN

Aldesworth Road

DN46LQ

Clarell Gardens

DN47AR

Bawtry Road

DN47DR

Ellers Road

DN47ER

Middlefield Road

DN47EU

Fore Hill Avenue

DN47PX

Carr Lane

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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