About Intake

Intake is a suburb located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area DN2. It is situated to the north of Doncaster, making it easily accessible for those visiting the nearby town. The area features a mix of residential properties, local shops, and community facilities, catering to the needs of its residents. The suburb is well-connected by public transport, with bus services linking it to Doncaster and surrounding areas. Intake is also close to several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. The local schools serve the community, making it a suitable place for families. Overall, Intake offers a practical living environment with essential amenities and good transport links.

School Ratings in Intake

Families in Intake have access to 101 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Intake

Homes sell for an average of £174K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £152K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Intake

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Intake, with 139 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Intake

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Intake within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Intake

Intake benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,484 sales

Average Price £174K
£2K £10M
Detached £252K 473
Semi £152K 2,216
Terraced £126K 612
Flat £90K 102

Deprivation and Employment in Intake IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Intake experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,453 Children (0-15) 20%
24,061 Working Age 64%
7,946 Older (60+) 21%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Intake 968 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Intake are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

289 Violence & Sexual Offences
139 Shoplifting
128 Anti-Social Behaviour
78 Vehicle Crime
62 Public Order
60 Criminal Damage & Arson
60 Other Theft
40 Drugs
38 Burglary
23 Robbery
23 Other Crime
15 Weapons
7 Theft from Person
6 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
South Yorkshire Doncaster Central Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bentley (South Yorkshire) Train Station 2.4 miles
Kirk Sandall Train Station 2.9 miles
Conisbrough Train Station 5.7 miles
Mexborough Train Station 7.9 miles
Thorne South Train Station 8.1 miles
Thorne North Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Local Government

District Doncaster
Ward Town
Constituency Doncaster Central
Parish Doncaster, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber