King George Terrace is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 1XD is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about King George Terrace, Barnsley, S70 1XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 1UZ, S70 1XB, S70 1XE, S70 1UT, S70 3QS, S70 3QT, S70 1UX, S70 1UY, S70 1UP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S70 1XD is primarily male, with 54.2% 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 | 44.3% | 45.8% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 55.7% | 54.2% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S70 1XD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 61.1% | 60.2% | -0.9% | 37.9% | 22.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.6% | 30.9% | 8.3% | 44.2% | -13.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 5.1% | -6.4% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54% | 51.3% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 34.3% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 10.9% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 22.2% | 15.1% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 7.5% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.1% | 15.1% | -8.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 25% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 25% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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 | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 94.2% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 82.1% 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 | 93.4% | 82.1% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 15.4% | 13.0% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 82.1% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 6.4% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 5.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 7.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Romania | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King George Terrace was 114.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.8% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
King George Terrace has the 73rd highest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 263rd highest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 King George Terrace, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-09-27 | £67,642 |
| 8 King George Terrace, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2013-03-08 | £123,954 |
| 4 King George Terrace, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2010-04-23 | £97,196 |
| 8 King George Terrace, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £64,950 | 2006-03-16 | £106,414 |
| 2 King George Terrace, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £43,000 | 2005-06-03 | £76,360 |
S70 1XD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 137 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Grange Children's Centre Abbey Lane , Lundwood S71 5QD | - not rated | 2,054 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worsbrough Dale Nursery School West Street , Worsbrough Dale S70 5NU | - not rated | 2,309 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's RC Junior and Infant School Doncaster Road , S70 3QY | - not rated | 299 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwell Rise Primary Academy Doncaster Road , S70 1TS | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster Road Primary School Doncaster Road , S70 1TS | - not rated | 448 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kendray Infant School Cypress Road , Kendray S70 3LZ | - not rated | 860 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kendray Junior School Thornton Road , Kendray S70 3NG | - not rated | 924 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 3out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School and Sports College Littleworth Lane , Lundwood S71 5RG | - not rated | 2,086 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate School Sports College Shaw Lane , S70 6EP | - not rated | 2,194 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elmhirst School Ardsley Road , Worsbrough Dale S70 4RL | - not rated | 2,259 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Keresforth Close , S70 6FP | 4out of 4 | 2,444 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cudworth Middle School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 5,018 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,380 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 4,865 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 | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Carlton Road , S71 2LF | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley Additional Support for Education John Street , S70 1LL | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope House School, Barnsley 2 Blucher Street , S70 1AP | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grasmere School 12-14 Waterfield Place , Stairfoot S70 3PZ | - not rated | 1,698 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockley Mount School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | - not rated | 2,541 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | - not rated | 2,728 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zest Cafe Barnsley College | Park Road | 705 yd | |
| Autozone UK | Hill Top Garage, Doncaster Road | 722 yd | |
| Bistro at the Pocket | Corner Pocket, Elm Row | 737 yd | |
| Bettalives | 9a Langdale Road | 773 yd | |
| Mad Hatters | 70 Doncaster Road | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley East Dene Wmc | East Dene Wmc, 111 Doncaster Road | 407 yd | |
| Dove Inn | Dove Inn, 102 Doncaster Road | 559 yd | |
| The Outpost | The Outpost, 2 Union Street | 629 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | Victoria Hotel, 168 Sheffield Road | 663 yd | |
| The Mount | The Mount, 32 Pontefract Road | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwell Sandwich | Oakwell House, 72 Pontefract Road | 397 yd | |
| Girala | 126-128 Doncaster Road | 559 yd | |
| Shake 'N' Cake | 150 Sheffield Road | 674 yd | |
| Peperoncino | 146 Sheffield Road | 674 yd | |
| Barnsley Kebab and Pizza House | 154 Sheffield Road | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Express | Heron Foods, Neville Avenue | 1,053 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnsley Fc (Oakwell Stadium) OAKWELL GROUND OAKWELL GROUND GROVE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Barnsley Fc Training Ground Oakwell Ground Oakwell Ground Grove Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex QUEENS GROUND QUEENS GROUND QUEENS ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 999 yd |
| Queens Road Academy QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,051 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.