Barnsley Road is in Brierley, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 9LD is located in the North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnsley Road, Brierley, Barnsley, S72 9LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 9JT, S72 9LB, S72 9JS, S72 9HR, S72 9LL, S72 9HS, S72 9JR, S72 9JX, S72 9JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S72 9LD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 49.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 29.3% | 33.3% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 43.4% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.2% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 12.3% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 40.8% | 39.6% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 33.8% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 16.9% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 7.6% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 33.3% | 21.8% | -11.5% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 10% | -8.5% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 18.8% | 4.7% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 16.2% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 23.1% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.6% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.6% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 98.7% | 96% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.7% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnsley Road was 110.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.1% higher than the North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barnsley Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in North East and the 293rd highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.2%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 - 26 Barnsley Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2024-10-21 | £443,708 |
| 58 Barnsley Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-08-24 | £175,079 |
| 66 Barnsley Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-05-27 | £179,687 |
| 62 Barnsley Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-04-08 | £197,563 |
| 32 Barnsley Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-03-25 | £193,387 |
S72 9LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Beech Close , Brierley S72 9EJ | 4out of 4 | 818 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shafton Primary Academy High Street , Shafton S72 8QA | 3out of 4 | 1,265 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Hiendley Primary School George Street , South Hiendley S72 9BY | 2out of 4 | 2,044 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Dale Primary School Royston Road , Cudworth S72 8AA | 4out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milefield Primary School Milefield Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 2,332 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,530 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 3,760 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 4,339 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 | 5,439 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 2,873 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brierley Village Club | Brierley Village Club, Church Street | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huberys Fish & Chips | 62 Church Street | 599 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brierley Park COMMON ROAD | grass pitches | 977 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 | 91.3% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.