Moorland Avenue is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S70 6PH is located in the Dodworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penistone and Stocksbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moorland Avenue, Barnsley, S70 6PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S70 6DJ, S70 6QW, S70 6QN, S70 6DH, S70 6QJ, S70 6PQ, S70 6QL, S70 6QS, S70 6QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S70 6PH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 47.7% | 52% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 52.3% | 48% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 23.1% | 33% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 49.7% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 11.3% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 4.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 41.5% | 47.7% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 35.2% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 13.2% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.4% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 17% | -8.3% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 19.9% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 32.4% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 99.1% | 97.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorland Avenue was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 125.8% higher than the Darton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorland Avenue has the 11th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Darton East and the 235th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Moorland Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,950 | 2006-09-15 | £147,475 |
| 44 Moorland Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2006-08-09 | £119,518 |
S70 6PH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 115 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Other | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keresforth Primary School Keresforth Road , Dodworth S75 3NU | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dodworth St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Barnsley Road , Dodworth S75 3JS | 2out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 2out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shawlands Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Locke Primary School Shaw Street , S70 6JL | 3out of 4 | 1,215 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 | 499 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 2,254 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 4,314 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darton Academy Ballfield Lane , Darton S75 5EF | 1out of 4 | 4,986 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,012 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 2,992 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 | 5,156 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 | 803 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 4,599 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 | 4,635 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 5,114 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodworth Valley | Toby Carvery Dodworth Valley, Whinby Road | 755 yd | |
| Tommy Treddlehoyle | Tom Treddlehoyle, 73 Pogmoor Road | 904 yd | |
| 141 Club | 141 Raley Street | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tony's | 168 Barnsley Road | 770 yd | |
| Smiths Food Bar | 130 Dodworth Road | 994 yd | |
| Shaws Fish & Chips | Shaws Fish And Chips, Barnsley Road | 1,004 yd | |
| The Friery | West End Fish And Chip Oyle, Cresswell Street | 1,025 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon Community College DODWORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 471 yd |
| The Kingstone School (Closed) Broadway | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 576 yd |
| South Road Playing Fields SOUTH ROAD | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 701 yd |
| Broadway Recreation Ground KERESFORTH COURT | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Pogmoor Recreation Ground GLENDALE CLOSE | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| Barnsley Rugby Union Football Club Ltd SHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 851 yd |
| Keresforth Road Playing Fields WATER ROYD DRIVE | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| Shaw Lane Sports Club SHAW LANE SPORTS GROUND SHAW LANE SPORTS GROUND SHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 955 yd |
| Holgate School And Sports College (Closed) Shaw Lane | grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.