Victoria Road is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 2BG 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 Victoria Road, Barnsley, S70 2BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 2BQ, S70 2BJ, S70 2BU, S70 2BN, S70 2BB, S70 2BD, S70 2BP, S70 2BZ, S70 2DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S70 2BG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents 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 | 50.2% | 48.7% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 51.3% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 35.1% | 38.3% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 35% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 16.5% | 15.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 8% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 43.3% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 32% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16.1% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.2% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 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 | 22.9% | 22.4% | -0.5% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 8.3% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 12.2% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.9% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 12.5% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 33.7% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96% | 96% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 81.6% 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 | 91% | 81.6% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 15.5% | 9.6% | 6.1% | 9.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 81.6% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 6.5% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 4% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 76.7% | -7.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 7.6% | 1.3% | 6.3% |
| Romania | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Road was 873.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 191.5% higher than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Victoria Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 4th highest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 347.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Victoria Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2015-08-18 | £428,361 |
| 28 Victoria Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2004-07-09 | £419,591 |
| 20 Victoria Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2004-03-26 | £358,065 |
| 28 Victoria Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2003-06-20 | £329,878 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Grange Children's Centre Abbey Lane , Lundwood S71 5QD | - not rated | 3,429 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worsbrough Dale Nursery School West Street , Worsbrough Dale S70 5NU | - not rated | 3,835 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keir Street Junior School Keir Street , S70 2PA | - not rated | 286 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summer Lane Primary Summer Lane , S75 2BB | - not rated | 742 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Infant School Summer Lane , S75 2AW | - not rated | 742 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Barnsley Stocks Lane , S75 2DF | - not rated | 755 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley Stocks Lane , S75 2DF | 3out of 4 | 755 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sixth Form College Huddersfield Road , S75 1DS | - not rated | 766 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Holgate School Sports College Shaw Lane , S70 6EP | - not rated | 961 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | - not rated | 1,477 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Keresforth Close , S70 6FP | 4out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 651 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 4,586 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 | 3,267 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Carlton Road , S71 2LF | - not rated | 3,267 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope House School, Barnsley 2 Blucher Street , S70 1AP | - not rated | 707 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Additional Support for Education John Street , S70 1LL | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockley Mount School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | - not rated | 1,926 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 1,926 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Old Mill Lane | 214 yd | |
| Cookie Crumbs | Barnsley College, Church Street | 324 yd | |
| Zest Cafe in the Atrium | Barnsley College, Church Street | 324 yd | |
| The Open Kitchen | Barnsley College, Church Street | 324 yd | |
| Cooper Gallery Coffee House | The Cooper Art Gallery, Church Street | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moulders Arms | Moulders Arms, Summer Street | 220 yd | |
| The Cooper Gallery | The Cooper Art Gallery, Church Street | 354 yd | |
| Nailmaker Tap 2 | Unit 2b, Gateway Plaza, Sackville Street | 373 yd | |
| The Lamproom Theatre | Lamproom Theatre, Westgate | 375 yd | |
| George & Dragon | George And Dragon, 41 Summer Lane | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabites | 26a Old Mill Lane | 239 yd | |
| Pizza Zone | 64 Summer Lane | 388 yd | |
| Raja Indian Cuisine also trading as Raja Desserts | 68 Summer Lane | 388 yd | |
| Imperial Chinese Take-Away | Imperial Chinese Takeaway, 70 Summer Lane | 393 yd | |
| D Birkinshaw | 78 Summer Lane | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 13-17 Peel Street | 541 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Peel Street | 560 yd | |
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons Supermarket, Lower Thomas Street | 939 yd | |
| Asda | Asda, Old Mill Lane | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| One 2 One Health & Fitness (Closed) McGann House McGann House Chesham Road | health and fitness suite | 420 yd |
| Honeywell Sports Village HONEYWELL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 441 yd |
| Complete Systems Ladies Health & Fitness (Closed) Peel Street Arcade | health and fitness suite | 500 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Barnsley) Peel Parade | health and fitness suite | 506 yd |
| Womens Workout World (Barnsley) (Closed) Eldon Arcade | health and fitness suite | 654 yd |
| Ymca (Barnsley) BLUCHER STREET | 659 yd | |
| Hope House School (Closed) Blucher Street | 707 yd | |
| St Marys C Of E Va Primary School Stocks Lane | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| Keel Fitness Centre (Closed) Canal Street | health and fitness suite | 816 yd |
| Honeywell Sports Centre Pitches (Closed) RALEY DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 849 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 | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.