About Woodlands

Woodlands is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area DN6. It is part of the metropolitan borough of Doncaster and is situated close to the larger town of Thorne. The village features a mix of residential areas and local amenities, providing a convenient setting for its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling. Woodlands is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. The community is served by local shops and schools, catering to the needs of families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Woodlands

Families in Woodlands have access to 84 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Woodlands

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 Woodlands

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

Deprivation and Employment in Woodlands

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Woodlands 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 Woodlands

Woodlands 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

51 Primary
12 Secondary
21 Other
Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands Primary Good 0.2 miles Adwick Children's Centre 0.2 miles Outwood Academy Adwick Secondary Good 0.4 miles Adwick Primary School Primary 0.4 miles North Ridge Community School 0.5 miles St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Highfields Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles The Ridge Employability College Good 1.1 miles Don Valley Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles Rosedale Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Stone Hill School 1.5 miles Ridgewood School Secondary Good 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Woodlands IMD 2025

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

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Woodlands 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
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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 2.1 miles
South Elmsall Train Station 4.4 miles
Kirk Sandall Train Station 4.6 miles
Thurnscoe Train Station 4.9 miles
Moorthorpe Train Station 5.2 miles
Goldthorpe Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Adwick Le Street 0 yards Highfields 0.6 miles Pickburn 1.2 miles Sunnyfields 1.4 miles Scawthorpe 1.8 miles Marr 1.8 miles Brodsworth 1.9 miles Toll Bar 1.9 miles Skellow 1.9 miles New Village 2 miles Rostholme 2 miles Carcroft 2 miles

Local Government

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

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