Bank End Road is in Worsbrough, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 4QJ is located in the Worsbrough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bank End Road, Worsbrough, Barnsley, S70 4QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 4QS, S70 4QR, S70 4RD, S70 4QT, S70 4RF, S70 4SN, S70 4RR, S70 4RE, S70 4SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S70 4QJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 51.5% | -3.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.4% | 48.5% | 3.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 30% | 39.8% | 9.8% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 38.3% | -13.6% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 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 | 43.4% | 45.1% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 31.1% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 14.8% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 4QJ this area, 28.7% 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 16.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 28.7% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 12.1% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 18.9% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 16.6% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -17.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95% | 97.4% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 95.3% | 93.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.2% | 76.7% | -12.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 31.7% | 13.5% | 18.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bank End Road was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 122.1% higher than the Penistone East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bank End Road has the 25th highest crime rate of 125 local areas in Penistone East and the 234th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56A Bank End Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2024-10-10 | £248,877 |
| Quarry Side Bank End Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-03-25 | £350,150 |
| 52 Bank End Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2022-02-18 | £54,407 |
| 49 Bank End Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-02-06 | £238,710 |
| 54 Bank End Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2014-07-16 | £169,439 |
S70 4QJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in S70 4QJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worsbrough Bank End Primary School Underwood Avenue , Worsbrough Dale S70 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mill Academy Lobwood , Worsbrough Bridge S70 5EP | 3out of 4 | 659 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forest Academy Thornton Road , Kendray S70 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunningley Primary School Hunningley Lane , S70 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward Green Primary School Vernon Road , Worsbrough Bridge S70 5HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 470 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Balk Academy West Street , Hoyland S74 9HX | 2out of 4 | 3,841 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 2out of 4 | 4,142 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 4,175 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,025 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 4,727 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 | 5,456 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 | 3,602 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 4,814 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 | 4,853 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Earl of Sandwich | Earl Of Sandwich, Bank End Road | 297 yd | |
| Janes' Cafe | Colley Croft Cafe, Birk Avenue | 1,064 yd | |
| Ells Kitchen | Lavender Court, Birk Avenue | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swaithe W.M.C. | Swaithe Wmc, Monkspring | 298 yd | |
| The Greyhound | Greyhound Inn, 196 High Street | 313 yd | |
| The Darley Inn | The Darley Inn, 35 High Street | 335 yd | |
| Dale Tavern | The Dale Tavern, West Street | 496 yd | |
| The Boatmans Rest | Boatmans Rest, Edmunds Road | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | 1 Allendale Court, Allendale | 112 yd | |
| AFC and Pizza | 4 Allendale Court, Allendale | 112 yd | |
| Allendale Fisheries | 3 Allendale Court, Allendale | 112 yd | |
| Taste of China | 198 High Street | 313 yd | |
| Dale Fisheries | 172 High Street | 327 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnsley Academy (Closed) Ardsley Road | grass pitches | 298 yd |
| Elmhirst Playing Fields ARDSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Farm Road Playing Fields ARDSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| Worsbrough Dale Playing Fields CARRWOOD GROVE | grass pitches | 569 yd |
| 5Ives (Barnsley) BURNSALL GROVE | artificial grass pitch | 635 yd |
| The Mill Academy LOBWOOD | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Blackburn Lane LEA COTTAGE LEA COTTAGE BLACKBURN LANE | grass pitches | 974 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.