Dillington Mews is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 4DX 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 Dillington Mews, Barnsley, S70 4DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 4DY, S70 4FD, S70 4EQ, S70 4DD, S70 4DA, S70 4DU, S70 4JF, S70 4DB, S70 4EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S70 4DX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 55% | 49.4% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 45% | 50.6% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 39.7% | 39.1% | -0.6% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.3% | 27.9% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -16.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 7.1% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Divorced | 19.1% | 17.3% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 7.1% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (64.8%) 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 | 35.4% | 35.5% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 29.3% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 18.6% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 11.9% | 10.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 5.0% |
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 4DX this area, 39.7% 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 11.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.2% | 39.7% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 21.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 13.6% | 3.8% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 14.6% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 9.5% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 11.1% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -22.7% |
| Other | 8.2% | 3.5% | -4.7% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 4.9% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 89.6% | 94.3% | 4.7% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
In this area, 84% 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 | 85.4% | 84% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 12.8% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 0.4% | -4.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 84% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 5.4% | 11.1% | 5.7% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 1.6% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.9% | 76.7% | -21.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 7% | 1.3% | 5.7% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.9% | 13.5% | 16.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dillington Mews was 384.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.5% higher than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dillington Mews has the 14th highest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 26th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 246.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dillington Mews, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2018-03-12 | £337,441 |
| Highstone Mews Care Home Highstone Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £999,998 | 2016-06-13 | £1,410,039 |
| 1 Dillington Mews, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2015-03-17 | £454,042 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worsbrough Common Primary School Bruce Avenue , S70 4EB | - not rated | 323 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwell Rise Primary Academy Doncaster Road , S70 1TS | 1out of 4 | 745 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward Green Primary School Vernon Road , Worsbrough Bridge S70 5HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queens Road Academy Queens Road , S71 1AR | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shawlands Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,457 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 1,867 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 2,220 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Balk Academy West Street , Hoyland S74 9HX | 2out of 4 | 5,460 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,106 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 3,864 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 | 4,366 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 | 1,828 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,695 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 | 3,738 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 447 yd | |
| Santorini Restaurant & Takeaway | 56 Sheffield Road | 755 yd | |
| Twisted Teapot | Twisted Teapot, 243 Park Road | 756 yd | |
| Mad Hatters | 70 Doncaster Road | 824 yd | |
| Dessert Krush | 7a Doncaster Road | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highstone Road W M C | Highstone Road Wmc, Highstone Road | 8 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | Victoria Hotel, 168 Sheffield Road | 407 yd | |
| Silkstone Hotel | The Silkstone, Park Road | 487 yd | |
| Locke Park Club & Institute Ltd. | 189 Park Road | 624 yd | |
| Barnsley East Dene Wmc | East Dene Wmc, 111 Doncaster Road | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dreaming Napoli | 32 Hornby Street | 106 yd | |
| Shake 'N' Cake | 150 Sheffield Road | 483 yd | |
| Peperoncino | 146 Sheffield Road | 483 yd | |
| Barnsley Kebab and Pizza House | 154 Sheffield Road | 483 yd | |
| What a Kebab | 142-144 Sheffield Road | 483 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons Supermarket, Lower Thomas Street | 893 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Worsbrough Common Recreation Ground BRUCE AVENUE | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Worsbrough Common Primary School BRUCE AVENUE | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Cromwell Mount DARLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Genn Lane DORCHESTER PLACE | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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.