Cotterdale Gardens is in Wombwell, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S73 0BX is located in the Darfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cotterdale Gardens, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 0BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 0BL, S73 0BU, S73 0BD, S73 0BT, S73 0BW, S73 0BN, S73 0DU, S73 0DT, S73 0BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S73 0BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.3% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.7% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 29.8% | 37.7% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 47.5% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 10.1% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.5%) 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 | 57.8% | 57.6% | -0.2% | 48.4% | 9.2% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 29.9% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 9% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 13.7% | 11.3% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 12% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 14.9% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 23.3% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 29.8% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.3% | 92.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 0.1% | 5.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 94.4% | 94% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 6% | 13.5% | -7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cotterdale Gardens was 97.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.4% lower than the Darfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cotterdale Gardens has the 39th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Darfield and the 332nd highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% 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 Cotterdale Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-10-07 | £255,005 |
| 22 Cotterdale Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-08-08 | £400,986 |
| 39 Cotterdale Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2023-05-19 | £160,308 |
| 15 Cotterdale Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-11-18 | £263,403 |
| 25 Cotterdale Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-09-30 | £227,367 |
S73 0BX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
S73 0BX 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 | 136 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Other | 13 |
| Retired | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School Stonyford Road , Wombwell S73 8AF | 3out of 4 | 314 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombwell Park Street Primary School Park Street , Wombwell S73 0HS | 3out of 4 | 745 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre Bondfield Close, Off Wells Lane , Wombwell S73 8TX | 4out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High View Primary Learning Centre Newsome Avenue , Wombwell S73 8QS | 4out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 2out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 4,698 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wath Academy Sandygate , Wath-on-Dearne S63 7NW | 1out of 4 | 5,031 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Balk Academy West Street , Hoyland S74 9HX | 2out of 4 | 5,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erica's | Go Kart Track And Sports Ground, Station Road | 278 yd | |
| Low Valley Snack Bar | Low Valley Snack Bar, Valley Road | 455 yd | |
| China Lantern | 7b Park Street | 737 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | Shaams, 9 High Street | 773 yd | |
| Balti Palace | 77 High Street | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wombwell Working Mens Club | Wombwell Working Mens Club, 25 Station Road | 272 yd | |
| Wombwell Recreation Centre | Go Kart Track And Sports Ground, Station Road | 278 yd | |
| The New Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, 7 Pitt Street | 725 yd | |
| Conservative & Unionist Club | 28 Park Street | 734 yd | |
| Locky's Bar | Lockys Bar, 7 Park Street | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KungFu Chinese Takeaway | 14 Station Road | 635 yd | |
| Elena's Fried Chicken | 10 Station Road | 638 yd | |
| Pizza Top | 5 Station Road | 721 yd | |
| Red Onion | 12 Park Street | 771 yd | |
| Wombwell Charcoal Grill | 5 High Street | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, 62 High Street | 837 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michael And All Angels Catholic Primary School STONYFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 342 yd |
| Wombwell Recreation Ground STATION ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 442 yd |
| New Scarbro Corner HENRY STREET | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Temple Gym STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield SNAPE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 702 yd |
| Temple Gym (Closed) Pitt Street | health and fitness suite | 708 yd |
| Netherwood Advanced Learning Centre NETHERWOOD NETHERWOOD DOVE VALLEY WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 805 yd |
| Wombwell Community Hall Church Street | 860 yd | |
| Wombwell Park Street Primary School PARK STREET | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| Wombwell Leisure Centre (Closed) Hough Lane | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 975 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 | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.