Meadow Crescent is in Grimethorpe, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 7DW is located in the North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Crescent, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72 7DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 7EE, S72 7DJ, S72 7DR, S72 7DP, S72 7AA, S72 7DB, S72 7DH, S72 7DU, S72 7DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S72 7DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 39.2% | 40.7% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.7% | 38.2% | 8.5% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 7.9% | -9.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 36.1% | 49% | 12.9% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 27.5% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 16.3% | -7.1% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 6.3% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 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.
In the area around S72 7DW this area, 30.5% 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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.2% | 30.5% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 10.7% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 15.2% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 18.6% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.1% | 95.9% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 94.9% | 85.8% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 10.8% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 85.8% | -8.5% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.8% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64% | 76.7% | -12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 8.3% | 1.3% | 7.0% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Crescent was 178.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.1% higher than the North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Crescent has the 4th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in North East and the 126th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Meadow Crescent, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-11-29 | £115,511 |
| 13 Meadow Crescent, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2013-08-30 | £116,786 |
S72 7DW 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 | 173 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Other | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 360 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood Primary School Nancy Road , Grimethorpe S72 7JX | 3out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Beech Close , Brierley S72 9EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkwood Primary School Darfield Road , Cudworth S72 8HG | 4out of 4 | 2,190 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shafton Primary Academy High Street , Shafton S72 8QA | 3out of 4 | 2,202 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,740 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 4,767 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 5,148 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 | 5,368 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Hemsworth 58 Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EA | - not rated | 4,238 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 5,423 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bears Street Food | Workshop 2, Acorn Phase 1 Business Centre, 51 High Street | 404 yd | |
| Love life Cafe, 2 love life sports ground | 2 Brierley Road | 434 yd | |
| Home Farm Bakery | 20 High Street | 467 yd | |
| The Old Colliers Cafe | 8 High Street | 467 yd | |
| Gather & Gather | Asos, Park Spring Road | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullet Sports & Social Club | Bullett Sports And Social Club, 63 Brierley Road | 291 yd | |
| Grimethorpe W M C | Grimethorpe Working Mens Club Clifton House, 4 Brierley Road | 434 yd | |
| Red Rum | Red Rum Inn, Cemetery Road | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red City Chippy | 83 Brierley Road | 260 yd | |
| Geni's Pizzas | 1a Joseph Street | 345 yd | |
| Pizza Palace | 10 High Street | 467 yd | |
| What U Like | 16 High Street | 467 yd | |
| Pizza Crazy & BBQ | 14 High Street | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, High Street | 513 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Milefield Primary School MILEFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL MILEFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL MILEFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 329 yd |
| Options (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 503 yd |
| Lifestyles Community Fitness Centre (Closed) St. Lukes Road | health and fitness suite | 538 yd |
| Grimethorpe Sports Stadium CEMETERY ROAD | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Grimethorpe Miners Welfare Sports Ground (Closed) Cemetery Road | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| Shafton Advanced Learning Centre (Brierley Road) (Closed) Brierley Road | grass pitches | 1,051 yd |
| Ladywood Primary School Nancy Road | grass pitches | 1,062 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 75.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.