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By the banks of the river Don, Doncaster is a historic market town with a rich heritage, from horse racing to the railway. With some stunning period properties and architecture and a beautiful Minster, Doncaster is a surprisingly pretty town that’s a great choice for anyone commuting to Sheffield or Leeds. Discover the best places to live in the area, plus fun things to do.

Average costs for Doncaster

• Monthly transport pass: £62.50
• Cappuccino: £2.28
• Pint of beer: £3.20
• Three course meal for two people: £45
• Monthly gym membership: £22.25

Best places to live in Doncaster

Doncaster is a busy commercial centre, with plenty of businesses in the city – but part of Doncaster’s charm is the satellite of pleasant villages and suburbs within easy commuting distance. Here are our pick of some of the best places to live in and around Doncaster.

Balby

This up and coming suburb was once a centre for Doncaster’s traditional steel and brass manufacture, and charming traditional worker terraces still make up some of the housing options here. Balby has an average property price of £126,427 – and it’s currently going through redevelopment, with a new retail park and the new Woodfield Plantation residential development, so now is a good time to invest.

Cantley

The quaint and charming village of Cantley is a charming place to live, and ideal for families who still need convenient access to Doncaster city centre, enjoying fantastic bus links. With property prices averaging around £181,028 it’s a slightly more expensive option, but with a charming country village feel.

Bessacarr

One of the most affluent areas in Doncaster, Bessacarr is a lovely area to live with plenty of wide open green spaces, and all of the amenities you could want including independent stores on Nostell Place. House prices in Bessacar are around £214,738, so a little higher than other areas in Doncaster, but the charming atmosphere is worth it for young families or retirees.

Rossington

Surrounded by countryside, Rossington is a former mining village which is now a lovely pick for young families and commuters, with good transport links to Doncaster and some great schools in the area. Residents enjoy a lovely community feel with long established cricket clubs and sporting opportunities, good facilities, and an easy 10 minute commute to the city centre. House prices here sit at a very reasonable average of £158,463.

Tickhill

On the border between Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire, you might be surprised to find that this charming town parish is still only 8 miles from Doncaster centre. With all of the usual quaint trappings of a rural town, like a duckpond, independent butchers and fishmongers, Tickhill grants the best of both worlds to residents. With house prices at an average of £263,915, Tickhill is a pricier option than elsewhere in Doncaster, but you’ll gain a charming community and the peace and quiet of village life.

Things to do in Doncaster

Doncaster has plenty of fun things to do for kids and grown-ups, with lots of green open spaces and culture to discover. From shopping in the city centre to getting a little bit wild at the Wildlife Park, there’s lots to enjoy in this part of South Yorkshire.

Cusworth Hall

This grand 18^th century country house is set in beautiful landscaped parkland, and makes a great day out. Explore the grounds, and discover what life was like in a traditional Georgian country house, from the Great Kitchen to the beautifully painted Chapel.

Shopping in Doncaster

Doncaster is full of great shopping locations, from the Frenchgate Shopping Centre in the heart of the town centre to Wool Market, which boasts plenty of independent retailers and fantastic international-inspired eateries.

Yorkshire Wildlife Park

This huge innovative and interactive walk-through wildlife park boasts some of the most iconic animals, from lions to giraffes and 70 other different species! Kids can enjoy some fantastic indoor and outdoor activities, and grown ups can relax in themed eateries.

Potteric Carr Nature Reserve

Famous for its wetland birds, this pretty natural habitat has plenty of hides for you to watch the wildlife. Perfect for a weekend walk, Potteric Carr also has a lovely tearoom and shop for you to enjoy.

Conisbrough Castle

The medieval castle of Conisbrough was built in the 11^th century, and still strikes a distinctive silhouette on Castle Hill. Discover what life was like in a medieval castle, retrace the footsteps of Lord and Lady de Warenne, or enjoy a picnic on the grass outside the castle in summer.