Dickinson Place is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 4LT 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 Dickinson Place, Barnsley, S70 4LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 4LS, S70 4LX, S70 4LU, S70 4ES, S70 4LP, S70 4EJ, S70 4EE, S70 4EP, S70 4NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S70 4LT 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 | 53.8% | 50.7% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49.3% | 3.1% | 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.
In the immediate area around S70 4LT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.3% 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 | 40.2% | 42.3% | 2.1% | 37.9% | 4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.4% | 37.6% | 6.2% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 13.1% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 4.7% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 43.3% | 43.4% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.8% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 16.6% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 4LT this area, 31.8% 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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.4% | 31.8% | -12.6% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 8.4% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 15.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.6% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 19.6% | 11.9% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.3% | 18.2% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 97.9% | 91% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 7.3% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 91% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.8% | 76.7% | -14.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.6% | 13.5% | 19.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dickinson Place was 202.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dickinson Place has the 35th highest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 92nd highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 117.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Dickinson Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,800 | 2021-09-03 | £99,437 |
| 1 Dickinson Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,250 | 2021-05-19 | £148,956 |
| 6 Dickinson Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-10-30 | £164,334 |
| 2 Dickinson Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2019-10-28 | £102,796 |
| 7 Dickinson Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,950 | 2003-04-25 | £180,364 |
S70 4LT 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 | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worsbrough Common Primary School Bruce Avenue , S70 4EB | - not rated | 324 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwell Rise Primary Academy Doncaster Road , S70 1TS | 1out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward Green Primary School Vernon Road , Worsbrough Bridge S70 5HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shawlands Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Locke Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 1,249 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 | 1,525 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 2,068 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Balk Academy West Street , Hoyland S74 9HX | 2out of 4 | 5,468 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 | 1,129 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 3,594 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 | 4,546 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 | 1,569 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,878 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 | 3,921 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twisted Teapot | Twisted Teapot, 243 Park Road | 557 yd | |
| Zest Cafe Barnsley College | Park Road | 628 yd | |
| Rossi's Cafe | Rossis Cafe, 261 Park Road | 722 yd | |
| Locke Park Cafe | Locke Park Cafe, Locke Park, Park Road | 783 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Upper New Street | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highstone Road W M C | Highstone Road Wmc, Highstone Road | 274 yd | |
| Locke Park Club & Institute Ltd. | 189 Park Road | 457 yd | |
| Silkstone Hotel | The Silkstone, Park Road | 468 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | Victoria Hotel, 168 Sheffield Road | 615 yd | |
| Ward Green W M C | Ward Green Working Mens Club, Mount Vernon Road | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dreaming Napoli | 32 Hornby Street | 381 yd | |
| Park Road Fisheries | Park Road Fish Shop, 108a Park Road | 434 yd | |
| Heavenly Pizza | 11 Wood Street | 606 yd | |
| Shake 'N' Cake | 150 Sheffield Road | 669 yd | |
| Peperoncino | 146 Sheffield Road | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons Supermarket, Lower Thomas Street | 902 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Worsbrough Common Recreation Ground BRUCE AVENUE | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Worsbrough Common Primary School BRUCE AVENUE | grass pitches | 408 yd |
| Cromwell Mount DARLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 570 yd |
| Genn Lane DORCHESTER PLACE | grass pitches | 945 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 | 35.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 37.05 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 37.05 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.83 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.