About Skelbrooke

Skelbrooke is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the DN6 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is surrounded by agricultural land, which contributes to the rural character of the area. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents, including a primary school and a local pub. Transport links are accessible, with nearby roads connecting Skelbrooke to larger towns and cities in the region. The village is situated not far from the larger town of Doncaster, providing additional facilities and services. Nature enthusiasts may appreciate the surrounding countryside, which offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. Overall, Skelbrooke presents a quiet lifestyle with the convenience of nearby urban amenities.

School Ratings in Skelbrooke

Families in Skelbrooke have access to 43 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Skelbrooke

Homes sell for an average of £208K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £138K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Skelbrooke

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Skelbrooke, with 26 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Skelbrooke

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Skelbrooke within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Skelbrooke

Skelbrooke 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 4,291 sales

Average Price £208K
£500 £96.07M
Detached £255K 1,002
Semi £138K 2,007
Terraced £93K 1,072
Flat £67K 40

Deprivation and Employment in Skelbrooke IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Skelbrooke 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
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,279 Children (0-15) 19%
23,390 Working Age 62%
9,889 Older (60+) 26%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 49.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 23.3% 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 Skelbrooke 150 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Skelbrooke is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

62 Violence & Sexual Offences
26 Criminal Damage & Arson
25 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Vehicle Crime
7 Other Theft
7 Other Crime
5 Burglary
5 Public Order
2 Robbery
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
Local Policing
South Yorkshire Doncaster North 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

South Elmsall Train Station 2.2 miles
Moorthorpe Train Station 2.9 miles
Featherstone Train Station 4.6 miles
Thurnscoe Train Station 5.2 miles
Bentley (South Yorkshire) Train Station 5.6 miles
Fitzwilliam Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Local Government

District Doncaster
County North Yorkshire
Ward Norton & Askern
Constituency Doncaster North
Parish Askern
Region Yorkshire and The Humber