Darley Avenue is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S71 3QF is located in the St Helens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Darley Avenue, Barnsley, S71 3QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S71 3QQ, S71 3QD, S71 3QJ, S71 3QE, S71 3PW, S71 3PP, S71 3QB, S71 3PZ, S71 3QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S71 3QF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49% | 48.2% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.6% | 36.4% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 41.3% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 11.2% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 8.7% | -5.7% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.3% | 36.3% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 31% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 25% | 19.8% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 9.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 3.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
In the area around S71 3QF this area, 36.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.4% | 36.8% | -14.6% | 18.2% | 18.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 14.2% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 15.1% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 14.6% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.6% | 12.6% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -21.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.4% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
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 | 99.3% | 96.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| 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 | 98.6% | 96.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darley Avenue was 49.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.2% lower than the St Helens average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Darley Avenue has the 4th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in St Helens and the 270th lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% 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 Darley Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-09-19 | £160,152 |
| 38 Darley Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-09-29 | £106,517 |
| 32 Darley Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-01-13 | £157,950 |
| 23 Darley Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2021-09-17 | £147,748 |
| 28 Darley Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-03-29 | £110,198 |
S71 3QF 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athersley South Primary School Wakefield Road , Smithies S71 3TP | - not rated | 241 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laithes Primary School Laithes Lane , Smithies S71 3AF | 2out of 4 | 422 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Athersley North Primary School Lindhurst Road , Athersley North S71 3NB | 2out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Primary Academy St Helen's Way , Monk Bretton S71 2PS | 2out of 4 | 1,848 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Road Primary School Old Mill , S71 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,871 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,136 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 2,726 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 3,964 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | 3out of 4 | 4,998 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 5,062 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 | 3,153 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 | 928 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 | 923 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 2,971 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 4,599 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food With Friends | St Edwins Croft, Edwins Close | 499 yd | |
| Chloe's Crust Cafe | Chloes Crust Cafe, Laithes Lane | 602 yd | |
| Laithes Breakfast Club | Laithes Primary School, Laithes Lane | 607 yd | |
| Royal Cafe | 17b Laithes Lane | 717 yd | |
| Snack Stop | Unit 19, Wharncliffe Business Park, Longfields Court | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Lodge Working Mens Club | New Lodge Club, Wakefield Road | 514 yd | |
| Carlton & Smithies Club | Carlton And Smithies Ex Servicemens Club, Haddon Road | 517 yd | |
| Athersley Social Club | Athersley Working Mens Club, Mansfield Road | 615 yd | |
| Barnsley Bowl | Barnsley Bowl, Carlton Road | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parmesan House | 26 Derwent Road | 403 yd | |
| Get Smashed at Stallones | 217 Wakefield Road | 456 yd | |
| Lindhurst Fisheries | 40a Lindhurst Road | 680 yd | |
| Townsends Fish & Chips Ltd | 106 Carlton Road | 714 yd | |
| The Wing Mans Fried Chicken | Unit 2, Laithes Lane Shopping Centre, Laithes Lane | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Farm Foods, Rotherham Road | 418 yd | |
| One Stop | Tesco Express, Carlton Road | 715 yd | |
| Co-operative | The Co Operative, Laithes Lane | 748 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Hilda Site (Closed) Wingfield Road | grass pitches | 175 yd |
| Laithes Primary School LAITHES LANE | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| St Helens Church Hall Laithes Lane | 617 yd | |
| Athersley Memorial Park LINDHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Springwell Learning Community ST. HELENS BOULEVARD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 747 yd |
| Springwell Community Special School (Closed) St. Helens Boulevard | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| St Michael'S Catholic & Church Of England High School (Closed) Carlton Road | grass pitches | 823 yd |
| Holy Cross Deanery C Of E Primary School (Closed) St. Helens Boulevard | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Carlton Community College (Closed) Carlton Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 876 yd |
| St Dominic'S Catholic Primary School (Closed) Carlton Road | grass pitches | 907 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.