About Skellow

Skellow is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area DN6. It lies to the south of Doncaster and is part of the metropolitan borough of Doncaster. The village features a mix of residential areas and local amenities, making it a convenient place for residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Skellow is well-connected by road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The village is served by local schools and shops, catering to the needs of its community. Overall, Skellow presents a practical option for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Skellow

Families in Skellow have access to 45 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Skellow

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 Skellow

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Skellow, with 17 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Skellow

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Skellow 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 Skellow

Skellow 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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
5 Secondary
9 Other
Owston Park Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Carcroft Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles The Ridge Employability College Good 1.1 miles North Ridge Community School 1.4 miles Adwick Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Outwood Academy Adwick Secondary Good 1.5 miles Adwick Children's Centre 1.7 miles Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands Primary Good 1.7 miles St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Askern Littlemoor Infant Academy Primary Good 2.1 miles Spa Academy Askern Primary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles Toll Bar Primary School Primary 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Skellow IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Skellow 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 Skellow 122 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Skellow are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

50 Violence & Sexual Offences
17 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Vehicle Crime
11 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Other Crime
6 Burglary
6 Public Order
3 Drugs
3 Other Theft
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
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

Bentley (South Yorkshire) Train Station 3.5 miles
South Elmsall Train Station 3.9 miles
Moorthorpe Train Station 4.7 miles
Kirk Sandall Train Station 4.9 miles
Thurnscoe Train Station 5.6 miles
Goldthorpe Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Carcroft 0.6 miles Burghwallis 0.6 miles Owston 1.4 miles Sutton 1.8 miles Instoneville 1.8 miles Hampole 1.9 miles Adwick Le Street 1.9 miles Woodlands 1.9 miles Campsall 2 miles Skelbrooke 2.2 miles Pickburn 2.2 miles Askern 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Notable & Famous People from Skellow 1 people

Len White
Association football player
English footballer (1930-1994)

Streets in DN6 30 shown View all streets

A1 7 A638 1 Acacia Road 2 Adelaide Road 1 Airstone Road 1 Alfred Road 2 Amberley Rise 3 Ancient Drive 1 Appleby Place 1 Arundel Road 2 Ash Road 1 Ashburnham Close 1 Ashburnham Walk 1 Askern Grange Lane 1 Askern Road 3 Avenue Road 7 Back Lane 6 Bank Wood Road 1 Bannister Lane 1 Bar Croft Lane 1 Barnsdale Mews 1 Barnsdale View 2 Bathhouse Lane 2 Beaumont Avenue 2 Beech Road 3 Beeston Lane 1 Bell Croft Lane 1 Bellerby Place 2 Bellerby Road 3 Belvedere Close 3

Postcodes in DN6 50 shown View all postcodes

DN6 0AA DN6 0AB DN6 0AD DN6 0AE DN6 0AG DN6 0AH DN6 0AJ DN6 0AL DN6 0AN DN6 0AP DN6 0AQ DN6 0AR DN6 0AS DN6 0AT DN6 0AU DN6 0AW DN6 0AX DN6 0AY DN6 0AZ DN6 0BA DN6 0BB DN6 0BD DN6 0BE DN6 0BF DN6 0BG DN6 0BH DN6 0BL DN6 0BN DN6 0BP DN6 0BQ DN6 0BS DN6 0BT DN6 0BU DN6 0BW DN6 0BX DN6 0BY DN6 0BZ DN6 0DA DN6 0DB DN6 0DD DN6 0DE DN6 0DF DN6 0DG DN6 0DH DN6 0DJ DN6 0DL DN6 0DN DN6 0DP DN6 0DQ DN6 0DR