Princess Street is in Cudworth, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 8AX is located in the Cudworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Princess Street, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 8BA, S72 8BB, S72 8AS, S72 8BD, S72 8AG, S72 8AU, S72 8FA, S72 8AR, S72 8AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S72 8AX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 55.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 45.9% | 44.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 | 34.5% | 36.2% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 44.1% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 9.7% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 44.6% | 37.7% | -6.9% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 39.4% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 13.9% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 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.
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 15.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.2% | 27.2% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 14.3% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 14% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 19.7% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 15.8% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -18.0% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.2% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.5% | 99.7% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 96.6% 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% | 96.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princess Street was 84.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.5% lower than the Cudworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princess Street has the 27th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Cudworth and the 381st highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% 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 Princess Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-06-29 | £128,170 |
| 18 Princess Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-06-23 | £139,315 |
| 3 Princess Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-01-17 | £100,378 |
| 15 Princess Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2021-08-20 | £90,251 |
| 15 Princess Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2020-04-24 | £91,538 |
S72 8AX 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Dale Primary School Royston Road , Cudworth S72 8AA | 4out of 4 | 412 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shafton Primary Academy High Street , Shafton S72 8QA | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milefield Primary School Milefield Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkwood Primary School Darfield Road , Cudworth S72 8HG | 4out of 4 | 2,240 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 | 635 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 2,563 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 | 3,479 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 | 3,858 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,889 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Hemsworth 58 Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EA | - not rated | 4,875 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drummond's Cafe | 188 Pontefract Road | 299 yd | |
| Sami's | 50 Pontefract Road | 423 yd | |
| Corners Blend and Brew | Shafton Methodist Church, Chapel Street | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cudworth Industrial Sports & Social Club | Cudworth Industrial Sport And Social Club, James Street | 219 yd | |
| Fox And Hounds | Fox And Hounds, Pontefract Road | 498 yd | |
| Shafton Village WMC | Shafton Village Working Mens Club, 44 High Street | 665 yd | |
| The Victoria | Victoria Hotel, Barnsley Road | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Tandoori | 216 Pontefract Road | 224 yd | |
| Two Gates Fisheries | 3 Weetshaw Close | 461 yd | |
| The Butty Box | 1 Weetshaw Close | 461 yd | |
| Hung Wah | 318-320 Barnsley Road | 867 yd | |
| Haseeb's | The Crescent, 297 Barnsley Road | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Local, High Gate Way | 696 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Shafton ENGINE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 524 yd |
| Shafton Recreation Ground High Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Cudworth Park (Closed) Rose Tree Avenue | grass pitches | 1,080 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 | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 30.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.