Vernon Road is in Worsbrough, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 5BF is located in the Worsbrough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 2007-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vernon Road, Worsbrough, Barnsley, S70 5BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 5BU, S70 5BQ, S70 5BE, S70 5HF, S70 5BG, S70 5AX, S70 5BT, S70 5HG, S70 5JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S70 5BF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 53.5% | 48.5% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 51.5% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 5BF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.9% 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 | 36.2% | 56.9% | 20.7% | 37.9% | 19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 24.9% | -11.7% | 44.2% | -19.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 11.1% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 5.9% | -7.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 (63.1%) 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 | 40.1% | 35.5% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 29% | 27.6% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 25.7% | 9.5% | 12.7% | 13.0% |
| Bad health | 11.4% | 7.2% | -4.2% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 5BF this area, 35.8% 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 11.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.3% | 35.8% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 17.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 17.9% | 5.8% | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12.8% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 12.8% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 11.7% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -22.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 96% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 96.6% | 96.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 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 | 96.3% | 96.1% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.1% | 13.5% | 16.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 13.8% | 6.0% | 7.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vernon Road was 270.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 387.0% higher than the Penistone East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Vernon Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 126 local areas in Penistone East and the 55th highest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Holly Trees Apartments, 70 Vernon Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £125,000 | 2007-12-19 | £146,764 |
| 3 Holly Trees Apartments, 70 Vernon Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £125,000 | 2007-12-12 | £146,764 |
| 7 Holly Trees Apartments, 70 Vernon Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £125,000 | 2007-12-12 | £146,764 |
| 8 Holly Trees Apartments, 70 Vernon Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £125,000 | 2007-12-12 | £146,764 |
| 9 Holly Trees Apartments, 70 Vernon Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £125,000 | 2007-12-12 | £146,764 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 58 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worsbrough Dale Nursery School West Street , Worsbrough Dale S70 5NU | - not rated | 833 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Grange Children's Centre Abbey Lane , Lundwood S71 5QD | - not rated | 3,716 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Infant School High Ridge , Worsbrough S70 5HL | - not rated | 440 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward Green Primary School Vernon Road , Worsbrough Bridge S70 5HJ | - not rated | 458 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward Green Primary School Vernon Road , Worsbrough Bridge S70 5HJ | - not rated | 458 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward Green Junior School Vernon Road , Ward Green S70 5HJ | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lobwood Primary School Lobwood Lane , Worsbrough Bridge S70 5EP | - not rated | 499 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,459 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elmhirst School Ardsley Road , Worsbrough Dale S70 4RL | - not rated | 1,541 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Keresforth Close , S70 6FP | 4out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingstone School Broadway , S70 6RB | - not rated | 2,742 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate School Sports College Shaw Lane , S70 6EP | - not rated | 2,839 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 2,588 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 3,539 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,262 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockley Mount School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | - not rated | 2,445 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope House School, Barnsley 2 Blucher Street , S70 1AP | - not rated | 2,530 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | - not rated | 2,628 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 2,628 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wigfield Farm | Wigfield Farm, Haverlands Lane | 367 yd | |
| The Cowshed Cafe And Farm Shop | Beltonville Farm, Millers Dale | 389 yd | |
| Millers Tea Room | Millers Tea Room, Worsbrough Mill, Park Road | 612 yd | |
| Wheels & Walkers | 91 Park Road | 612 yd | |
| The Earl of Sandwich | Earl Of Sandwich, Bank End Road | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrow W M C | Accommodation, Barrow Wmc, George Street | 395 yd | |
| Red Lion Country Inn | The Red Lion Inn, Park Road | 612 yd | |
| Worsbrough Sports & Development Association | Worsbrough Sports And Development Association, Park Road | 612 yd | |
| Rotary Community Pavillion | Rotary Community Pavillion, Worsbrough Sports And Development Association, Park Road | 613 yd | |
| Ward Green W M C | Ward Green Working Mens Club, Mount Vernon Road | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollie's Pizza Plaice | 12 Osmond Place | 121 yd | |
| Deli'Licious | 97 Vernon Road | 488 yd | |
| Antonio's | 15 Queensway | 563 yd | |
| Worsbrough Fried Chicken | Ward Green Chippy, Highstone Lane | 705 yd | |
| Dale Fisheries | 172 High Street | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda, Thomas Street | 198 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackburn Lane LEA COTTAGE LEA COTTAGE BLACKBURN LANE | grass pitches | 490 yd |
| The Mill Academy LOBWOOD | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Worsbrough Sports And Development Association THE WELFARE HALL THE WELFARE HALL PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Genn Lane DORCHESTER PLACE | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Worsbrough Dale Playing Fields CARRWOOD GROVE | grass pitches | 747 yd |
| Worsbrough Common Primary School BRUCE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.