Wickstone Drive is in Cudworth, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 8XY is located in the Cudworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 2015-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wickstone Drive, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8XY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 8GF, S72 8SW, S72 8SN, S72 8EN, S72 8LU, S72 8LZ, S72 8LS, S72 8LT, S72 8WT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S72 8XY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 26.7% | 29.7% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.2% | 49.1% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7% | 11.4% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 46.2% | 40.2% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 37.4% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 14.3% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 6.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 26% | 21.5% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 9.3% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.7% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 8.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 18.5% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 25.6% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.4% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.8% | 96.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98.8% | 96.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wickstone Drive was 114.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.3% higher than the Cudworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wickstone Drive has the 20th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Cudworth and the 253rd highest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Wickstone Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2024-12-20 | £234,279 |
| 3 Wickstone Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-08-20 | £317,159 |
| 1 Wickstone Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-03-26 | £238,769 |
| 2 Wickstone Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2019-12-06 | £253,802 |
| 1 Wickstone Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2019-03-29 | £229,837 |
S72 8XY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S72 8XY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 3,426 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snydale Road First School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 374 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cudworth Churchfield Primary School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 423 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontefract Road First School Pontefract Road , Cudworth S72 8AY | - not rated | 851 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Dale Primary School Royston Road , Cudworth S72 8AA | - not rated | 863 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowgarth High School Brierley Road , Grimethorpe S72 7AJ | - not rated | 2,529 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Community College Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | - not rated | 3,111 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 3,111 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 423 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Milefield Middle School Engine Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 1,538 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felkirk Middle School Highwell Hill Lane , South Hiendley S72 9DF | - not rated | 4,192 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's CofE Middle School Highfields Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EG | - not rated | 5,107 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3,543 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Carlton Road , S71 2LF | - not rated | 3,543 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 | 3,732 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Community Special School St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,732 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Special Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,732 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley PRU Springwell Community School , St Helen's Boulevard S71 2AY | - not rated | 3,751 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 3,751 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppy's Coffee Lounge | 231-233 Barnsley Road | 540 yd | |
| The Curly Swirly Tea Rooms | 254 Barnsley Road | 631 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop | The Coffee Shop, 254 Barnsley Road | 633 yd | |
| Sweet Spot | 218 Barnsley Road | 686 yd | |
| Fletchers Foods | Valley Community Centre, Manor Road | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley Premier Leisure | Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre, Snydale Road | 365 yd | |
| The Victoria | Victoria Hotel, Barnsley Road | 403 yd | |
| Snydale Road Sports & Social Club | Snydale Sports And Social Club, Methley Street | 459 yd | |
| Kens Keg & Cask | 254b Barnsley Road | 617 yd | |
| The Star Hotel | Star Hotel, Barnsley Road | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haseeb's | The Crescent, 297 Barnsley Road | 403 yd | |
| United Fried Chicken | The Crescent, 299 Barnsley Road | 403 yd | |
| Spice House | The Crescent, 301 Barnsley Road | 403 yd | |
| Hung Wah | 318-320 Barnsley Road | 456 yd | |
| Yung's Chop Suey House | 264 Barnsley Road | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Barnsley Road | 561 yd | |
| Co-operative | Co Operative Stores Ltd, Barnsley Road | 649 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dorothy Hyman Sports Centre SNYDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 452 yd |
| Be Fitness (Closed) 236-238 236-238 Barnsley Road | health and fitness suite | 685 yd |
| Pinfold Playing Fields DARFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Cudworth Park (Closed) Rose Tree Avenue | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Valley Community Centre Manor Road | 916 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.