Providence Court is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 1LS is located in the Kingstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Providence Court, Barnsley, S70 1LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 1NQ, S70 1NN, S70 1LT, S70 1NL, S70 1LU, S70 1ND, S70 1NE, S70 1NH, S70 1PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S70 1LS is primarily male, with 57.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 42.6% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -8.4% |
| Male | 50.9% | 57.4% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 8.4% |
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 | 24.7% | 36.6% | 11.9% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.4% | 21.3% | 1.9% | 44.2% | -22.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 6.7% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 36.5% | 26.2% | -10.3% | 9.1% | 17.1% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 9.1% | -5.6% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 (44.3%) 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 | 10.5% | 18.9% | 8.4% | 48.4% | -29.5% |
| Good health | 23.4% | 25.4% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 36.3% | 29.6% | -6.7% | 12.7% | 16.9% |
| Bad health | 25.1% | 20.1% | -5.0% | 4.0% | 16.1% |
| Very bad health | 4.7% | 5.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 4.7% |
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 S70 1LS this area, 53.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.7% | 53.4% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 35.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 13% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 6.8% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.5% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 5% | -3.2% | 16.9% | -11.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.5% | 13% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -20.8% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.3% | 94.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.5% | 85.1% | -11.4% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 8.3% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 85.1% | -10.8% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 4.8% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 4.2% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.2% | 76.7% | -22.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 34.5% | 13.5% | 21.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.8% | 6.5% | -1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Providence Court was 268.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.5% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Providence Court has the 23rd highest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 53rd highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 129.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Providence Court, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2022-02-18 | £67,642 |
| 27 Providence Court, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2010-03-24 | £75,230 |
| 4 Providence Court, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2007-02-28 | £87,782 |
| 27 Providence Court, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £17,000 | 2002-05-10 | £65,246 |
| 4 Providence Court, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2001-08-24 | £66,234 |
S70 1LS area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of retired residents living in S70 1LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 58 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 19 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawlands Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Locke Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 2out of 4 | 805 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwell Rise Primary Academy Doncaster Road , S70 1TS | 1out of 4 | 869 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Worsbrough Common Primary School Bruce Avenue , S70 4EB | - not rated | 937 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 919 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 1,625 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 2,512 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley College PO Box 266 , Church Street S70 2YW | - not rated | 501 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 3,876 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School Carlton Road , S71 2LF | 1out of 4 | 4,052 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 1,462 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,395 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Special Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 4out of 4 | 3,437 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 5,433 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Upper New Street | 236 yd | |
| Istanbul Kitchen and Bar | 29 Wellington Street | 402 yd | |
| Twisted Teapot | Twisted Teapot, 243 Park Road | 414 yd | |
| Pasa Restaurant | 41-43 Market Street | 420 yd | |
| P J's Cafe & Bistro | 50 Market Street | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silkstone Hotel | The Silkstone, Park Road | 196 yd | |
| Heaven and Ale | 66 Agnes Road | 231 yd | |
| Locke Park Club & Institute Ltd. | 189 Park Road | 314 yd | |
| Roxy's | Ground Floor, 25 Wellington Street | 402 yd | |
| The Kestrel | 64 Market Street | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavenly Pizza | 11 Wood Street | 124 yd | |
| The New Orient Express | 48 Agnes Road | 134 yd | |
| Park Road Fisheries | Park Road Fish Shop, 108a Park Road | 219 yd | |
| Papa John Barnsley | Unit A, 2 Upper New Street | 236 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 52 Sheffield Road | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons Supermarket, Lower Thomas Street | 275 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Peel Street | 621 yd | |
| Iceland | 13-17 Peel Street | 648 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hope House School (Closed) Blucher Street | 480 yd | |
| Ymca (Barnsley) BLUCHER STREET | 522 yd | |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Barnsley) Peel Parade | health and fitness suite | 675 yd |
| Complete Systems Ladies Health & Fitness (Closed) Peel Street Arcade | health and fitness suite | 682 yd |
| Womens Workout World (Barnsley) (Closed) Eldon Arcade | health and fitness suite | 778 yd |
| Worsbrough Common Recreation Ground BRUCE AVENUE | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Holyrood Primary School SHAW STREET | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| Queens Road Academy QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,022 yd |
| Shaw Lane Sports Club SHAW LANE SPORTS GROUND SHAW LANE SPORTS GROUND SHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 1,025 yd |
| Holgate School And Sports College (Closed) Shaw Lane | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 87.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.