Falcon Drive is in Birdwell, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 5SN is located in the Rockingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Falcon Drive, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 5SL, S70 5QR, S70 5XB, S70 5SJ, S70 5SW, S70 5DA, S70 5RZ, S70 5SH, S70 5UZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S70 5SN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.4% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.6% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 30.9% | 38.3% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 42% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 11.5% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 6.2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 43.1% | 38.6% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 41.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 7.9% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13.7% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 26.8% | 21.2% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.9% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 15.4% | -6.1% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 16.6% | 7.9% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 27.8% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.6% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 98.7% | 95.7% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Falcon Drive was 49.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.1% lower than the Hoyland Milton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Falcon Drive has the 24th lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Hoyland Milton and the 267th lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Falcon Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-01-29 | £265,647 |
| 12 Falcon Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2018-02-23 | £281,003 |
| 18 Falcon Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2010-09-06 | £286,399 |
| 4 Falcon Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2008-04-21 | £247,047 |
| 5 Falcon Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2008-04-07 | £181,168 |
S70 5SN 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birdwell Primary School Sheffield Road , Birdwell S70 5XB | 2out of 4 | 265 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School Westwood New Road , Tankersley S75 3DA | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyland Common Primary School Sheffield Road , Hoyland Common S74 0DJ | 4out of 4 | 1,910 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Meadows Primary School West Street , Hoyland S74 9ET | 3out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Catholic Primary School West Street , Hoyland S74 9DL | 3out of 4 | 2,883 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirk Balk Academy West Street , Hoyland S74 9HX | 2out of 4 | 2,519 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 3,720 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 5,185 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 5,407 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 3,227 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley College PO Box 266 , Church Street S70 2YW | - not rated | 5,001 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park House School Wentworth Way , Tankersley S75 3DH | - not rated | 2,323 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paces High Green School for Conductive Education Paces High Green Centre , Pack Horse Lane S35 3HY | 3out of 4 | 4,269 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 4,287 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birdwell Methodist Church | Birdwell Methodist Church, Sheffield Road | 107 yd | |
| Nibblers | 242a Sheffield Road | 779 yd | |
| Taco Bell | Unit 1c, Kestrel Way | 897 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 1f, Kestrel Way | 897 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 7, Kestrel Way | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Inn | Travellers Inn, 124 Sheffield Road | 107 yd | |
| Birdwell Venue | Birdwell Venue, Sheffield Road | 181 yd | |
| The Cock Inn | The Cock Inn, Pilley Hill | 870 yd | |
| Dearne Valley Farm | Unit 8, Kestrel Way | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 38-40 Wentworth Street | 627 yd | |
| Greggs | Greggs, Unit 1e, Kestrel Way | 897 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birdwell Primary School SHEFFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 237 yd |
| Birdwell Venue SHEFFIELD ROAD | 270 yd | |
| Slym Gym (Closed) Sheffield Road | health and fitness suite | 636 yd |
| Birdwell Community Centre And Recreation Ground BIRDWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE BIRDWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE ROCKINGHAM STREET | grass pitches | 697 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.