Becknoll Road is in Brampton, Barnsley and in Rotherham district. S73 0XL is located in the Hoober electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wentworth and Dearne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Becknoll Road, Brampton, Barnsley, S73 0XL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 0XJ, S73 0XH, S73 0XW, S73 0XF, S73 0XQ, S73 0XP, S73 0TP, S73 0XN, S73 0XS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S73 0XL has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 47.1% | 50% | 2.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.9% | 50% | -2.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 S73 0XL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% 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 | 39.1% | 45.6% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.6% | 36% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 9.6% | -5.5% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 5.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 36.8% | 44.7% | 7.9% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 31.5% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 14.9% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 7.3% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 S73 0XL this area, 31.3% 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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.3% | 31.3% | -16.0% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 14.9% | 3.7% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 19.1% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 14.1% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.7% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.8% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 98.2% | 96.3% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| 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% | 96.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.3% | 76.7% | -20.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 38.9% | 13.5% | 25.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Becknoll Road was 156.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.1% higher than the Hoober average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Becknoll Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Hoober and the 177th highest crime rate of 869 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Becknoll Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-06-18 | £93,067 |
| 12 Becknoll Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-01-05 | £84,000 |
| 3 Becknoll Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-01-10 | £147,420 |
| 1A Becknoll Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2020-06-04 | £113,968 |
| 12 Becknoll Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £101,500 | 2020-05-13 | £130,188 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brampton Cortonwood Infant School Chapel Avenue , Brampton Bierlow S73 0XH | 3out of 4 | 142 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Cortonwood Infant School Chapel Avenue , Brampton Bierlow S73 0XH | - not rated | 142 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Ellis CofE Junior School Brampton Road , Brampton S63 6BB | - not rated | 1,257 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Ellis CofE Primary School Brampton Road , West Melton S63 6AN | - not rated | 1,257 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Ellis CofE Primary School Brampton Road , West Melton S63 6AN | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wombwell High - A Humanities College Roebuck Street , Wombwell S73 0JU | - not rated | 1,595 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Advanced Learning Centre Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | - not rated | 2,818 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 3out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darfield Foulstone School of Creative Arts Nanny Marr Road , Darfield S73 9AB | - not rated | 2,901 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wath Academy Sandygate , Wath-on-Dearne S63 7NW | 3out of 4 | 3,077 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dearne Valley College Manvers Park , Wath-upon-Dearne S63 7EW | - not rated | 4,632 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Learning Centre Wombwell Community Education Centre , Barnsley Road S73 8HT | - not rated | 2,538 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gables School Bondfield Crescent , Wombwell S73 8TL | - not rated | 2,599 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks School Oak Road , Wath-upon-Dearne S63 7BB | - not rated | 3,559 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton School Storey Street , Swinton S64 8QG | 1out of 4 | 5,223 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton School Storey Street , Swinton S64 8QG | - not rated | 5,225 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe G's | 56a Knollbeck Lane | 181 yd | |
| Micky's Kitchen | Heaven Leigh Cafe, Knollbeck Lane | 181 yd | |
| Roosters | 29 Chapel Avenue | 184 yd | |
| Air Products | Derwent Way | 587 yd | |
| Lillys Pantry | Wath West Industrial Estate, Derwent Way | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls Head | Bulls Head, Knollbeck Lane | 289 yd | |
| The Meadows | Brewsters, Meadowgate | 667 yd | |
| The Old Moor Tavern | Old Moor Tavern, Everill Gate Lane | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| San San Takeaway | 67 Knollbeck Lane | 270 yd | |
| The Talk of the Town | 257 Wath Road | 278 yd | |
| DNA Meals | Cortonwood Miners & Community Welfare Scheme, Knollbeck Lane | 289 yd | |
| Brampton Chippy | 99 Knollbeck Avenue | 442 yd | |
| Sopranos | 103 Knollbeck Avenue | 442 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cortonwood Miners Welfare Scheme Knollbeck Lane | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Brampton Bierlow Park REDSHANK PLACE | cycling, grass pitches | 330 yd |
| Brampton Leisure BRAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 608 yd |
| Brampton Leisure Centre (Closed) Brampton Road | health and fitness suite | 778 yd |
| West Melton Park REGENCY ROAD | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Pontefract Road CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Christchurch Community Hall CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | 1,049 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 | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.1% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 168.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.