Firth Street is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S71 1DD is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Firth Street, Barnsley, S71 1DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S71 1DE, S71 1DA, S71 1DB, S71 1DF, S71 1BW, S71 1BQ, S71 1BN, S71 1BL, S71 1LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S71 1DD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 48.8% | 47.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51.2% | 52.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 S71 1DD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 49% | 50% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 31% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 11.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 42.9% | 39.1% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 34.3% | -4.6% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 13% | 20.8% | 7.8% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 27.5% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 13.9% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 13.9% | -6.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.6% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 21.5% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 94.7% | 92% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 75.1% 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 | 92.4% | 75.1% | -17.3% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 20.1% | 16.4% | 6.1% | 14.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 75.1% | -17.3% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 8.7% | 5.0% | 2.9% | 5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 9.3% | 6.0% | 2.2% | 7.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.1% | 76.7% | -15.6% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% |
| Romania | 12.2% | 0.9% | 11.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Firth Street was 327.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.8% higher than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Firth Street has the 18th highest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 37th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 158.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Firth Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2022-07-08 | £94,550 |
| 9 Firth Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2011-03-30 | £91,300 |
| 5 Firth Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2005-07-11 | £72,029 |
| 3 Firth Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2004-10-12 | £111,284 |
| 9 Firth Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £26,000 | 2002-09-27 | £96,559 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Road Academy Queens Road , S71 1AR | 3out of 4 | 531 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Road Primary School Old Mill , S71 2AA | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwell Rise Primary Academy Doncaster Road , S70 1TS | 1out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summer Lane Primary Summer Lane , S75 2BB | 3out of 4 | 1,496 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley Stocks Lane , S75 2DF | 4out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 486 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 2,240 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 3,043 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 4,173 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 | 879 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 5,140 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 | 2,727 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 2,078 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 | 2,120 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 2,547 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 4,497 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cafe & Kitchen | 120-122 Old Mill Lane | 248 yd | |
| Everlast Gym | Unit 7, Dryden Road | 280 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda, Old Mill Lane | 394 yd | |
| Hideout | Metrodome Leisure Centre, Queens Road | 517 yd | |
| Rigby's | Metrodome Leisure Centre, Queens Road | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harborough Hills Social Pub | Harborough Hill W M C, 14 Vernon Street | 92 yd | |
| Keel Inn | Keel Inn, 18 Canal Street | 277 yd | |
| Honeywell Inn | Honeywell Inn, 46 Honeywell Street | 381 yd | |
| The Court House | The Old Court House, Regent Street | 532 yd | |
| The Civic | Civic Hall, Hanson Street | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 1c, Dryden Road | 121 yd | |
| Eldon Street M Food | 16 Eldon Street North | 242 yd | |
| Mai's Thai Kitchen | 18 Eldon Street North | 252 yd | |
| Popeyes | Unit 9, Dryden Road | 280 yd | |
| Subway Interchange | Subway, Barnsley Transport Interchange, Midland Street | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland (The Food Warehouse) | Unit 5, Dryden Road | 280 yd | |
| Asda | Asda, Old Mill Lane | 394 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Old Mill Lane | 522 yd | |
| Iceland | 13-17 Peel Street | 880 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Peel Street | 966 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keel Fitness Centre (Closed) Canal Street | health and fitness suite | 225 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Barnsley) Twibell Street | health and fitness suite | 320 yd |
| Queens Road Academy QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex QUEENS GROUND QUEENS GROUND QUEENS ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 373 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Barnsley) DRYDEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 412 yd |
| Womens Workout World (Barnsley) (Closed) Eldon Arcade | health and fitness suite | 578 yd |
| Barnsley Fc Training Ground Oakwell Ground Oakwell Ground Grove Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Burton Road Primary School BURTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 734 yd |
| Honeywell Sports Village HONEYWELL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 747 yd |
| Barnsley Fc (Oakwell Stadium) OAKWELL GROUND OAKWELL GROUND GROVE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 782 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.