High Street is in Penistone, Sheffield and in Barnsley district. S36 6BS is located in the Penistone West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penistone and Stocksbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S36 6BR, S36 6DP, S36 6DL, S36 6DN, S36 6EH, S36 6EP, S36 6EN, S36 6FA, S36 6EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S36 6BS has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.7% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 58.7% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 7.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 41.3% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -7.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25% | 22.6% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 37.1% | -9.9% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 25.8% | 13.0% | 6.1% | 19.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (55.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.7% | 25.7% | -19.0% | 48.4% | -22.7% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 30.1% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 36.4% | 15.3% | 12.7% | 23.7% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around S36 6BS this area, 36.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 36.4% | 4.1% | 18.2% | 18.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 7.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 8.6% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.1% | 8.6% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -8.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.6% | 31% | -5.6% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.1% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.4% | 93.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 93.2% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 34.5% | 13.5% | 21.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 192.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 337.7% higher than the Penistone West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Penistone West and the 100th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 - 28 High Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-09-25 | £280,000 |
| 32 High Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-05-19 | £266,268 |
| 18 High Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-03-22 | £392,907 |
| 86 High Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-02-15 | £177,030 |
| 96 High Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,500 | 2020-09-25 | £194,663 |
S36 6BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in S36 6BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penistone St John's Voluntary Aided Primary School High Street , Penistone S36 6BS | 4out of 4 | 122 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springvale Primary School Sheffield Road , Penistone S36 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurlstone Primary School Royd Moor Road , Thurlstone S36 9RD | 4out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoylandswaine Primary School Haigh Lane , Hoylandswaine S36 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxspring Primary School Sheffield Road , Oxspring S36 8YW | 3out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penistone Grammar School Huddersfield Road , Penistone S36 7BX | 3out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Creme | 9 High Street | 54 yd | |
| Holme Coffee House | 3 High Street | 220 yd | |
| Cinnamon Spice | 5 Market Street | 286 yd | |
| Patties Burger Kitchen | 22 Market Street | 286 yd | |
| D & NL Ward | 53 Shrewsbury Road | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Crown | Old Crown, 6 Market Street | 286 yd | |
| Spread Eagle Hotel | Spread Eagle Hotel, 12 Market Street | 286 yd | |
| Penistone tap and brewhouse | 14 Market Street | 293 yd | |
| Penistone Royal British Legion | British Legion Club, St Marys Street | 351 yd | |
| The Cristello Lounge | 6-10 St Marys Street | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 1 High Street | 54 yd | |
| Penistone Balti House | 8 Market Street | 286 yd | |
| Penistone Fish & Chips | 61-63 Church Street | 425 yd | |
| Bridge End Fisheries | Bridge End Fisheries, Bridge Street | 540 yd | |
| Canton House | 61 Sheffield Road | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Penistone | Coop Supermarket, 26 Market Street | 286 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Market Lane | 336 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns The Baptist Primary School SCHOOL HOUSE SCHOOL HOUSE HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 152 yd |
| Penistone Recreation Ground MARKET LANE | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Dsm Memorial Ground Memorial Football Ground Memorial Football Ground Church View Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Penistone Leisure Centre (Closed) Thurlstone Road | health and fitness suite | 927 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 30.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.