Park Avenue is in Penistone, Sheffield and in Barnsley district. S36 6DN 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 Park Avenue, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S36 6DL, S36 6DP, S36 6BS, S36 6BR, S36 6DW, S36 6BB, S36 6BZ, S36 6BA, S36 6DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S36 6DN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.7% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.3% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 25.5% | 30.9% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 50% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 10.1% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 7.3% | -7.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.6% | 39.7% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 35.1% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 24.5% | 16.7% | -7.8% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.8% | 24.5% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 9.7% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.1% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 20.3% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 23.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.1% | 97.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Avenue was 77.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.1% higher than the Penistone West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Avenue has the 7th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Penistone West and the 413th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Park Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-02-07 | £223,138 |
| 2 Park Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-10-05 | £161,071 |
| 114 Park Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2022-09-16 | £242,598 |
| 66 Park Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2022-04-29 | £227,139 |
| 16 Park Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-08-18 | £183,815 |
S36 6DN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 292 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurlstone Primary School Royd Moor Road , Thurlstone S36 9RD | 4out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springvale Primary School Sheffield Road , Penistone S36 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,500 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millhouse Primary School Lea Lane , Millhouse Green S36 9LN | 3out of 4 | 2,689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoylandswaine Primary School Haigh Lane , Hoylandswaine S36 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,767 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 | 1,103 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 | 202 yd | |
| Servest Food Co | Tesco Stores, Market Lane | 205 yd | |
| Holme Coffee House | 3 High Street | 238 yd | |
| Cinnamon Spice | 5 Market Street | 263 yd | |
| Patties Burger Kitchen | 22 Market Street | 263 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Crown | Old Crown, 6 Market Street | 263 yd | |
| Spread Eagle Hotel | Spread Eagle Hotel, 12 Market Street | 263 yd | |
| Penistone tap and brewhouse | 14 Market Street | 270 yd | |
| Penistone Royal British Legion | British Legion Club, St Marys Street | 317 yd | |
| The Cristello Lounge | 6-10 St Marys Street | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 1 High Street | 202 yd | |
| Penistone Balti House | 8 Market Street | 263 yd | |
| Bridge End Fisheries | Bridge End Fisheries, Bridge Street | 469 yd | |
| Penistone Fish & Chips | 61-63 Church Street | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Market Lane | 206 yd | |
| Co-op Penistone | Coop Supermarket, 26 Market Street | 263 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns The Baptist Primary School SCHOOL HOUSE SCHOOL HOUSE HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 190 yd |
| Penistone Recreation Ground MARKET LANE | grass pitches | 257 yd |
| Dsm Memorial Ground Memorial Football Ground Memorial Football Ground Church View Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Penistone Leisure Centre (Closed) Thurlstone Road | health and fitness suite | 771 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.