Rockley Crescent is in Birdwell, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 5UJ 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 Rockley Crescent, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 5UE, S70 5UG, S70 5UF, S70 5UQ, S70 5UH, S70 5UP, S70 5UT, S70 5UN, S70 5XH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S70 5UJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 53.6% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 46.4% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 5UJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% 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 | 32.6% | 45.4% | 12.8% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 32% | -15.3% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 13% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 49.4% | 49% | -0.4% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 32.4% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.4% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 19% | 18.5% | -0.5% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 9.6% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 13.7% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 22.1% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 25.5% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 99% | 98% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rockley Crescent was 69.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.6% lower than the Hoyland Milton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rockley Crescent has the 36th lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Hoyland Milton and the 383rd lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 101.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Rockley Crescent, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 1998-12-18 | £109,388 |
S70 5UJ 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birdwell Primary School Sheffield Road , Birdwell S70 5XB | 2out of 4 | 518 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 | 1,033 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyland Common Primary School Sheffield Road , Hoyland Common S74 0DJ | 4out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Meadows Primary School West Street , Hoyland S74 9ET | 3out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Catholic Primary School West Street , Hoyland S74 9DL | 3out of 4 | 2,978 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 | 2,622 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 4,399 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,337 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 | 1,662 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 | 3,665 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 4,769 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nibblers | 242a Sheffield Road | 305 yd | |
| Birdwell Methodist Church | Birdwell Methodist Church, Sheffield Road | 582 yd | |
| The Stage Door | Academy Theatre, 311 Sheffield Road | 704 yd | |
| Hyde & Chic | 334 Sheffield Road | 704 yd | |
| Dunkin Donuts | Unit 1b, Kestrel Way | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cock Inn | The Cock Inn, Pilley Hill | 227 yd | |
| Birdwell Venue | Birdwell Venue, Sheffield Road | 508 yd | |
| Travellers Inn | Travellers Inn, 124 Sheffield Road | 582 yd | |
| Dearne Valley Farm | Unit 8, Kestrel Way | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 38-40 Wentworth Street | 170 yd | |
| Greggs | Greggs, Unit 1e, Kestrel Way | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi, Sheffield Road | 664 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Slym Gym (Closed) Sheffield Road | health and fitness suite | 241 yd |
| Birdwell Community Centre And Recreation Ground BIRDWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE BIRDWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE ROCKINGHAM STREET | grass pitches | 406 yd |
| Birdwell Venue SHEFFIELD ROAD | 412 yd | |
| Birdwell Primary School SHEFFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| Pilley Pocket Park THE SUMMIT THE SUMMIT PILLEY LANE | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Lidgett Lane LIDGETT LANE | grass pitches | 954 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 | 75.0% |
| 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 | 75.0% |
| 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.