Springvale Road is in Grimethorpe, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 7BF is located in the North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 2008-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Springvale Road, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72 7BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 7PD, S72 7BQ, S72 7NA, S72 7FD, S72 7NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S72 7BF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 52% | 48.5% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 48% | 51.5% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 39% | 36.9% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 46.1% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 10.4% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55% | 50.3% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 9.8% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 22.3% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 12.6% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 18.1% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 22.3% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 16.4% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 96.7% | 89% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 9.2% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 89.5% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.3% | 76.7% | -7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 6% | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53% | 37.2% | 15.8% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springvale Road was 79.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.2% lower than the North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Springvale Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in North East and the 406th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit B1 Grove Park Springvale Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2025-04-03 | £81,682 |
| Unit B3 Grove Park Springvale Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2024-03-28 | £151,423 |
| Unit A3 Grove Park Springvale Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-01-04 | £147,900 |
| Unit B3 Grove Park Springvale Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2022-09-30 | £145,714 |
| Unit B8 Grove Park Springvale Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2022-01-07 | £249,796 |
S72 7BF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 118 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milefield Primary School Milefield Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 754 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood Primary School Nancy Road , Grimethorpe S72 7JX | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkwood Primary School Darfield Road , Cudworth S72 8HG | 4out of 4 | 1,844 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Dale Primary School Royston Road , Cudworth S72 8AA | 4out of 4 | 2,612 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | 3out of 4 | 2,381 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 2out of 4 | 5,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 5,064 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 | 5,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 4,916 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Hemsworth 58 Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EA | - not rated | 5,069 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gather & Gather | Asos, Park Spring Road | 362 yd | |
| Bears Street Food | Workshop 2, Acorn Phase 1 Business Centre, 51 High Street | 512 yd | |
| Home Farm Bakery | 20 High Street | 519 yd | |
| The Old Colliers Cafe | 8 High Street | 519 yd | |
| Love life Cafe, 2 love life sports ground | 2 Brierley Road | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Rum | Red Rum Inn, Cemetery Road | 644 yd | |
| Grimethorpe W M C | Grimethorpe Working Mens Club Clifton House, 4 Brierley Road | 821 yd | |
| Bullet Sports & Social Club | Bullett Sports And Social Club, 63 Brierley Road | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Crazy & BBQ | 14 High Street | 519 yd | |
| Pizza Palace | 10 High Street | 519 yd | |
| What U Like | 16 High Street | 519 yd | |
| Peace Garden | 6 High Street | 551 yd | |
| Geni's Pizzas | 1a Joseph Street | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, High Street | 551 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lifestyles Community Fitness Centre (Closed) St. Lukes Road | health and fitness suite | 532 yd |
| Options (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 700 yd |
| Ladywood Primary School Nancy Road | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Grimethorpe Miners Welfare Sports Ground (Closed) Cemetery Road | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Milefield Primary School MILEFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL MILEFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL MILEFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Grimethorpe Sports Stadium CEMETERY ROAD | grass pitches | 831 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 | 64.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 64.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 64.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 64.3% |
| 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 | 35.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 35.7% |
| Median download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.