Crown Avenue is in Cudworth, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 8RY 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 Crown Avenue, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 8RU, S72 8RT, S72 8RZ, S72 8SA, S72 8RX, S72 8JB, S72 8JD, S72 8RL, S72 8HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S72 8RY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.9% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.1% | 2.3% | 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.
In the immediate area around S72 8RY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.6% | 48.7% | 13.1% | 37.9% | 10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 33.3% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 9.7% | -4.8% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 47.3% | 43.4% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 30.6% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 16.3% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 7.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 8RY this area, 30.3% 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 12.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.5% | 30.3% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 13.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 22.2% | 6.2% | 13.4% | 8.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14.1% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.5% | 12.3% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -21.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 97.5% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 93.9% | 93.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 92.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62% | 76.7% | -14.7% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.2% | 13.5% | 18.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crown Avenue was 66.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.8% lower than the Cudworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crown Avenue has the 26th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Cudworth and the 366th lowest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Crown Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2018-11-21 | £81,253 |
| 61 Crown Avenue, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2013-05-03 | £103,704 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Looking after home or family | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 2,589 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 | 528 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkwood Primary School Darfield Road , Cudworth S72 8HG | - not rated | 528 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | 3out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cudworth Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 1,589 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snydale Road First School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 1,637 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 | 2,105 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School and Sports College Littleworth Lane , Lundwood S71 5RG | - not rated | 2,664 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | - not rated | 2,718 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowgarth High School Brierley Road , Grimethorpe S72 7AJ | - not rated | 3,405 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic and Church of England High School Carlton Road , S71 2BD | - not rated | 4,039 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,589 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Milefield Middle School Engine Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 2,042 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 | 4,039 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Carlton Road , S71 2LF | - not rated | 4,039 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grasmere School 12-14 Waterfield Place , Stairfoot S70 3PZ | - not rated | 3,313 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crevesford School St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,985 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Community Special School St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,985 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Special Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,985 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley PRU Springwell Community School , St Helen's Boulevard S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,989 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darfield Road W M C | Darfield Road Wmc, Darfield Road | 209 yd | |
| The Pinfold Hotel | Pinfold Hotel, Darfield Road | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Chef | 144 Darfield Road | 209 yd | |
| Red Dragon | 130 Darfield Road | 297 yd | |
| Darfield Road Fisheries | 91 Darfield Road | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| L S J Supermarket | Lsj Supermarket, 132 Darfield Road | 297 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pinfold Playing Fields DARFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 775 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.