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Area guide

DN5 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the DN5 postcode area, covering Doncaster and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

DN5 area price snapshot

Average price

£122,298

Median price

£112,500

5-year trend

+37.6%

Total sales

20,036

The DN5 area has 857 individual postcodes with 20,036 registered sales. Prices are +69.2% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Doncaster. The five-year price movement is +37.6%.

About Doncaster

A historic market town turned transport hub on the East Coast Main Line, with lower house prices than nearby Leeds or Sheffield.

🚆 Main station

Doncaster

⏱️ London commute

~105 min by train

View full Doncaster property data →

Market context

DN5 averages £122,298, placing it in the affordable category, +69.2% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 20,036 recorded sales across 857 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in DN5 is +37.6%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for DN5

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in DN5 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in DN5.
  • 🏘️Explore Doncaster. Much of the DN5 activity centres on Doncaster. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the DN5 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in DN5

DN5 8UL

£105,890 avg · 143 sales

DN5 7JS

£98,865 avg · 140 sales

DN5 9JB

£143,811 avg · 131 sales

DN5 9PU

£160,022 avg · 128 sales

DN5 0GA

£83,118 avg · 123 sales

DN5 9BB

£59,766 avg · 118 sales

DN5 8RD

£139,212 avg · 116 sales

DN5 9QS

£61,090 avg · 116 sales

DN5 0AZ

£57,758 avg · 110 sales

View all 857 postcodes in DN5 →

Useful tools for DN5 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£0

Avg £122,298 in DN5

Full guide →

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare DN5 with other areas

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Doncaster data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This DN5 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in DN5?

The average sold price in the DN5 postcode area is £122,298, based on 20,036 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Doncaster.

How do DN5 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in DN5 average £122,298, which is +69.2% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in DN5 lower than the average?

The median price (£112,500) is 8.0% below the average (£122,298), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have DN5 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in DN5 have moved +37.6% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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