Chapel Lane is in Carlton, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S71 3LE is located in the Monk Bretton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Lane, Carlton, Barnsley, S71 3LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S71 3LG, S71 3LQ, S71 3LF, S71 3HP, S71 3HZ, S71 3HY, S71 3LB, S71 3JA, S71 3LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S71 3LE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 50.7% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 52.5% | 49.3% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 37.3% | 35.6% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 45.3% | 4.2% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12% | 10.9% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 37.5% | 41.5% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 31.8% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 17.7% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 8.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.2% | 27.8% | 4.6% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.8% | 11% | -11.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.5% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 4.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 16.3% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 23.3% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.7% | 99% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.7% | 96.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Lane was 47.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.2% lower than the Monk Bretton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Monk Bretton and the 250th lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Chapel Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-12-02 | £145,677 |
| 64 Chapel Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-05-03 | £199,273 |
| 60 Chapel Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-04-05 | £194,201 |
| 22 Chapel Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-04-04 | £161,025 |
| 38 Chapel Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-08-22 | £103,287 |
S71 3LE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Primary Academy Fish Dam Lane , Carlton S71 3HF | 2out of 4 | 582 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royston St John Baptist CE Primary Vicarage Lane , Royston S71 4QY | 2out of 4 | 1,570 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadstead Primary Academy Meadstead Drive , Royston S71 4JS | 2out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laithes Primary School Laithes Lane , Smithies S71 3AF | 2out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Primary Academy Midland Road , Royston S71 4QP | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | 3out of 4 | 3,701 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 4,065 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 5,456 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,487 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 | 908 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Special Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 4out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 3,691 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 Davy Lamp | Unit 1, 424 Carlton Road | 313 yd | |
| TNS Catering Management Ltd. @GIST | Gist Ltd, Carlton Industrial Estate Plot 29 And 30, Industry Road | 629 yd | |
| Snack Stop | Unit 19, Wharncliffe Business Park, Longfields Court | 710 yd | |
| Chloe's Crust Cafe | Chloes Crust Cafe, Laithes Lane | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Village WMC & Institute | Carlton Village Working Mens Club, 8 Crookes Lane | 246 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carlton Primary Academy FISH DAM LANE | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| Outwood Academy Carlton ROYSTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Carlton Park IVY FARM CLOSE | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| Carlton Community College (Closed) Carlton Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 790 yd |
| Holy Trinity School CARLTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 835 yd |
| St Dominic'S Catholic Primary School (Closed) Carlton Road | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Athersley Memorial Park LINDHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| St Michael'S Catholic & Church Of England High School (Closed) Carlton Road | grass pitches | 912 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 | 81.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.0% |
| 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 | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.