Shaw Lane is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 6JB 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 Shaw Lane, Barnsley, S70 6JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 6EN, S70 6HZ, S70 6EL, S70 6EH, S70 6JL, S70 6EW, S70 6EG, S70 6ES, S70 6HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S70 6JB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.8% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 6JB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.3% 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 | 50.5% | 54.3% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.3% | 30.6% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -13.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.1% | -4.5% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 | 47.2% | 47.3% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 34.5% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 13.6% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 6% | 3.8% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 24.1% | 27.7% | 3.6% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.9% | 10.5% | -10.4% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 13.2% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 17.3% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 25% | 10.0% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 5% | 2.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 89.8% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 76.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.3% | -12.5% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 18.8% | 12.4% | 6.1% | 12.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 76.3% | -11.7% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.9% | 5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 7.1% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.5% | 76.7% | -15.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Romania | 6.4% | 0.9% | 5.5% |
| Other EU countries | 5.7% | 1.5% | 4.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shaw Lane was 52.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.6% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shaw Lane has the 36th lowest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 286th lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43A Shaw Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-05-01 | £183,541 |
| 41 Shaw Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2020-03-25 | £82,629 |
| 43 Shaw Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2016-03-31 | £125,317 |
| 31 Shaw Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2015-10-23 | £124,378 |
| 31 Shaw Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £94,950 | 2007-06-18 | £127,874 |
S70 6JB 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 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 2out of 4 | 107 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shawlands Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Locke Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley Stocks Lane , S75 2DF | 4out of 4 | 609 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summer Lane Primary Summer Lane , S75 2BB | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 754 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 1,114 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 3,395 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 849 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 3,666 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 | 4,193 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 | 1,001 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,588 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 | 3,627 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 4,901 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puccini's | 102 Dodworth Road | 288 yd | |
| The Secret Italian | Newburgh House, Mclintock Way | 402 yd | |
| JJ's Cafe | 62 Summer Lane | 516 yd | |
| Spirit | 60a Summer Lane | 516 yd | |
| Pavilion Bar and Kitchen | Unit 3a, Gateway Plaza, Sackville Street | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaw Lane Sports Club | Shaw Lane Sports Ground, Shaw Lane | 63 yd | |
| Shaw Inn | Shaw Inn, Racecommon Road | 203 yd | |
| Barnsley & District Trades Council Club & Institute Ltd | 33 Racecommon Road | 349 yd | |
| Tarn End Tap | 17 Racecommon Road | 349 yd | |
| The Portcullis | The Arches, Pitt Street | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capri Pizzeria | 94 Racecommon Road | 229 yd | |
| Top Chef | 24 Racecommon Road | 343 yd | |
| Dodworth Road Fish Bar & Pizza Bar | 37 Dodworth Road | 348 yd | |
| My Pizza Co | 23 Racecommon Road | 349 yd | |
| Smiths Food Bar | 130 Dodworth Road | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl, Peel Street | 653 yd | |
| Iceland | 13-17 Peel Street | 738 yd | |
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons Supermarket, Lower Thomas Street | 856 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holyrood Primary School SHAW STREET | grass pitches | 92 yd |
| Holgate School And Sports College (Closed) Shaw Lane | grass pitches | 156 yd |
| Shaw Lane Sports Club SHAW LANE SPORTS GROUND SHAW LANE SPORTS GROUND SHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 240 yd |
| Barnsley Rugby Union Football Club Ltd SHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 343 yd |
| One 2 One Health & Fitness (Closed) McGann House McGann House Chesham Road | health and fitness suite | 490 yd |
| Ymca (Barnsley) BLUCHER STREET | 670 yd | |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Barnsley) Peel Parade | health and fitness suite | 674 yd |
| Broadway Recreation Ground KERESFORTH COURT | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Complete Systems Ladies Health & Fitness (Closed) Peel Street Arcade | health and fitness suite | 692 yd |
| Hope House School (Closed) Blucher Street | 732 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 | 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 | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.