Orchard Place is in Cudworth, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 8GE is located in the Cudworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Place, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8GE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 8GD, S72 8SR, S72 8GA, S72 8LQ, S72 8HF, S72 8RH, S72 8GB, S72 8SJ, S72 8FP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S72 8GE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 51.1% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52.3% | 48.9% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 28.7% | 33% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 49.8% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 10.4% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 55.5% | 52.8% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 34.3% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 9% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 17.4% | 13.7% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 13.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 17.3% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 22.7% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 24.2% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2.5% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.5% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 96% | 98.5% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 98.2% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Place was 62.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.3% lower than the Cudworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Place has the 21st lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Cudworth and the 341st lowest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Orchard Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-08-18 | £213,412 |
| 7 Orchard Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2023-04-11 | £212,291 |
| 14 Orchard Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-11-30 | £223,642 |
| 8 Orchard Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2022-09-07 | £215,658 |
| 22 Orchard Place, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-04-22 | £248,476 |
S72 8GE 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 | 119 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Grange Children's Centre Abbey Lane , Lundwood S71 5QD | - not rated | 2,698 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkwood First School Darfield Road , Cudworth S72 8HG | - not rated | 278 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkwood Primary School Darfield Road , Cudworth S72 8HG | - not rated | 278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cudworth Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 812 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snydale Road First School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 867 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shafton Advanced Learning Centre Engine Lane , S72 8RE | - not rated | 1,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | - not rated | 2,091 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School and Sports College Littleworth Lane , Lundwood S71 5RG | - not rated | 2,619 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowgarth High School Brierley Road , Grimethorpe S72 7AJ | - not rated | 3,145 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Community College Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | - not rated | 3,390 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cudworth Middle School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 812 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Milefield Middle School Engine Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 1,909 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felkirk Middle School Highwell Hill Lane , South Hiendley S72 9DF | - not rated | 5,009 yd | Community school | 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 | - not rated | 3,472 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Carlton Road , S71 2LF | - not rated | 3,472 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crevesford School St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,517 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Community Special School St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,517 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Special Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,517 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley PRU Springwell Community School , St Helen's Boulevard S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,528 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,528 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fletchers Foods | Valley Community Centre, Manor Road | 722 yd | |
| Sweet Spot | 218 Barnsley Road | 914 yd | |
| The Curly Swirly Tea Rooms | 254 Barnsley Road | 945 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop | The Coffee Shop, 254 Barnsley Road | 950 yd | |
| Poppy's Coffee Lounge | 231-233 Barnsley Road | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pinfold Hotel | Pinfold Hotel, Darfield Road | 116 yd | |
| Snydale Road Sports & Social Club | Snydale Sports And Social Club, Methley Street | 588 yd | |
| Barnsley Premier Leisure | Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre, Snydale Road | 672 yd | |
| Darfield Road W M C | Darfield Road Wmc, Darfield Road | 708 yd | |
| Cudworth West End Institute & Club | West End Club And Institute Society, St Johns Road | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darfield Road Fisheries | 91 Darfield Road | 370 yd | |
| Traditional Cudworth Fisheries | 64 Lunn Road | 439 yd | |
| Red Dragon | 130 Darfield Road | 582 yd | |
| China Chef | 144 Darfield Road | 708 yd | |
| Moo Lab | 197-199 Barnsley Road | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| L S J Supermarket | Lsj Supermarket, 132 Darfield Road | 582 yd | |
| Co-operative | Co Operative Stores Ltd, Barnsley Road | 890 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Barnsley Road | 982 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pinfold Playing Fields DARFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre SNYDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 448 yd |
| Valley Community Centre Manor Road | 764 yd | |
| Be Fitness (Closed) 236-238 236-238 Barnsley Road | health and fitness suite | 917 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 | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.