Galway Close is in Royston, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S71 4FR is located in the Royston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Galway Close, Royston, Barnsley, S71 4FR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S71 4QL, S71 4PW, S71 4SY, S71 4QJ, S71 4QT, S71 4QW, S71 4QG, S71 4SW, S71 4QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S71 4FR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 51.4% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.1% | 48.6% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 27.6% | 38.2% | 10.6% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 40.2% | -14.8% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 49.5% | 51% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 30% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 14.2% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 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 | 25.5% | 23.1% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 7.5% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.1% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 19.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 30.2% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.2% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 98% | 94% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 92.9% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 2% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Galway Close was 210.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 126.3% higher than the Royston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Galway Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Royston and the 86th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Galway Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-05 | £224,135 |
| 7 Galway Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-12-04 | £265,379 |
| 20 Galway Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-10-06 | £181,205 |
| 22 Galway Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2022-12-22 | £164,144 |
| 9 Galway Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-11-04 | £214,134 |
S71 4FR 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Primary Academy Midland Road , Royston S71 4QP | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royston St John Baptist CE Primary Vicarage Lane , Royston S71 4QY | 2out of 4 | 444 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadstead Primary Academy Meadstead Drive , Royston S71 4JS | 2out of 4 | 752 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfields Primary Academy Haigh Croft Summer Lane , Royston S71 4SF | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Primary Academy Fish Dam Lane , Carlton S71 3HF | 2out of 4 | 2,107 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 | 1,609 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | 3out of 4 | 3,844 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,882 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 | 3,512 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 4,106 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Cafe | 119 Midland Road | 192 yd | |
| Ruby's Ice Cream | 11 Church Street | 435 yd | |
| Happy Cha & Sushi | 47 Church Street | 437 yd | |
| Number 1 | 1 Church Street | 437 yd | |
| Homefarm Crafts | 53a High Street | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Snooker Club | Pockets Snooker Club, Midland Road | 192 yd | |
| Royston W M C | Royston Working Mens Club, 52 Church Street | 437 yd | |
| The Pack Horse | The Pack Horse, Church Street | 510 yd | |
| Royston Midland Wmc | Royston Midland Working Mens Club, 35 Alfred Street | 604 yd | |
| Ring O' Bells | Ring O Bells, Royston Lane | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Fish & Chips | 109 Midland Road | 107 yd | |
| Boxxed | 128 Midland Road | 114 yd | |
| Albions | 120 Midland Road | 114 yd | |
| Della Pizza | 121 Midland Road | 192 yd | |
| Royston Pizza | 151 Midland Road | 313 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda, The Lane | 368 yd | |
| Co-operative | Co Operative Stores, High Street | 690 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, High Street | 750 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carlton Community College (Closed) Station Road | grass pitches | 268 yd |
| Royston Welfare Park (Site 1) ROYSTON PARK ROYSTON PARK MIDLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 324 yd |
| Royston Leisure Centre STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 362 yd |
| Oldroyds WELLFIELD GARDENS | grass pitches | 523 yd |
| Superbodies ST. MATTHEWS BUILDING ST. MATTHEWS BUILDING HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 550 yd |
| The Green PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD REDWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Oakwood Playing Fields NEWTOWN AVENUE | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Meadstead Primary Academy MEADSTEAD DRIVE | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| Summerfields Primary Academy HAIGH CROFT | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.