Wood Street is in South Hiendley, Barnsley and in Wakefield district. S72 9AL is located in the Hemsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hemsworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wood Street, South Hiendley, Barnsley, S72 9AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 9AJ, S72 9AN, S72 9BH, S72 9BJ, S72 9AH, S72 9DL, S72 9FA, S72 9AF, WF9 4PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S72 9AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 35.6% | 33.5% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 45.7% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 12.2% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 7.1% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 45.5% | 38.6% | -6.9% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 33.3% | 6.9% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 18.9% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 6.8% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 9AL this area, 29.8% 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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 29.8% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 10.1% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 14.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 14.6% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 19.7% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.6% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 99.2% | 96.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.5% | 13.5% | 15.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wood Street was 48.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.7% lower than the Crofton, Ryhill and Walton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wood Street has the 14th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton and the 312th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Wood Street, Barnsley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £158,750 | 2024-08-09 | £163,916 |
| 30 Wood Street, Barnsley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-09-08 | £126,271 |
| 17 Wood Street, Barnsley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2020-09-25 | £162,250 |
| 28 Wood Street, Barnsley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2018-02-09 | £130,695 |
| 34 Wood Street, Barnsley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £108,500 | 2013-06-28 | £192,868 |
The percentage of retired residents living in S72 9AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hiendley Primary School George Street , South Hiendley S72 9BY | 2out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Beech Close , Brierley S72 9EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's CE Primary School Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EG | 2out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green Cow Lane , Havercroft WF4 2BE | 2out of 4 | 2,334 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shafton Primary Academy High Street , Shafton S72 8QA | 3out of 4 | 2,343 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 | 2,819 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 2,996 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 4,931 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,305 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield independent sch Nostell Centre , Doncaster Road WF4 1QG | - not rated | 5,004 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Park School Barnsley Road , Ackworth WF7 7DT | 4out of 4 | 5,162 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Inn | Main Street, South Hiendley | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Chippy and Spice | 45 High Street, South Hiendley | 260 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Hiendley Junior Infant And Early Years School GEORGE STREET | grass pitches | 1,084 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% |
| Median download speed | 38.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.