Pontefract Road is in Brampton, Barnsley and in Rotherham district. S73 0XU 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 Pontefract Road, Brampton, Barnsley, S73 0XU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 0XT, S73 0XS, S73 0XR, S73 0XG, S73 0XN, S73 0XW, S73 0XX, S73 0XP, S73 0XD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S73 0XU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 52% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.7% | 36.9% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 45% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 3.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 45.2% | 47.2% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 30.1% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 15.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 24% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 9.3% | -11.0% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 17.5% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 24.8% | 14.0% | 16.9% | 7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 15% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.7% | 93.6% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.1% | 95.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 94.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pontefract Road was 38.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.9% lower than the Hoober average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Pontefract Road has the 28th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Hoober and the 240th lowest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Pontefract Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-01-12 | £165,798 |
| 41 Pontefract Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-08-31 | £184,834 |
| 85 Pontefract Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2022-07-08 | £142,442 |
| 51 Pontefract Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-02-25 | £140,847 |
| 31 Pontefract Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-11-27 | £280,347 |
S73 0XU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 327 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Melton Primary School Stokewell Road , Wath-upon-Dearne S63 6NF | 2out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Ellis CofE Primary School Brampton Road , West Melton S63 6AN | 4out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wath Church of England Primary School Barnsley Road , Wath-upon-Dearne S63 6PY | 3out of 4 | 1,700 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombwell Park Street Primary School Park Street , Wombwell S73 0HS | 3out of 4 | 1,777 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wath Academy Sandygate , Wath-on-Dearne S63 7NW | 1out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 2out of 4 | 3,010 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities Wath Wood Road , Wath-upon-Dearne S63 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,444 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swinton Academy East Avenue , Swinton S64 8JW | 3out of 4 | 5,053 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dearne Academy Goldthorpe Road , Goldthorpe S63 9EW | 2out of 4 | 5,410 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton School Storey Street , Swinton S64 8QG | 4out of 4 | 5,029 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan Centre Estate Road , Rawmarsh S62 7JD | 3out of 4 | 5,202 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Products | Derwent Way | 367 yd | |
| Lillys Pantry | Wath West Industrial Estate, Derwent Way | 401 yd | |
| Cafe G's | 56a Knollbeck Lane | 438 yd | |
| Micky's Kitchen | Heaven Leigh Cafe, Knollbeck Lane | 438 yd | |
| Roosters | 29 Chapel Avenue | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls Head | Bulls Head, Knollbeck Lane | 329 yd | |
| The Meadows | Brewsters, Meadowgate | 904 yd | |
| Cottage Of Content | 71 Firth Road | 1,078 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 144 Melton High Street | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Talk of the Town | 257 Wath Road | 173 yd | |
| DNA Meals | Cortonwood Miners & Community Welfare Scheme, Knollbeck Lane | 329 yd | |
| Brampton Chippy | 99 Knollbeck Avenue | 500 yd | |
| Sopranos | 103 Knollbeck Avenue | 500 yd | |
| San San Takeaway | 67 Knollbeck Lane | 562 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cortonwood Miners Welfare Scheme Knollbeck Lane | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Brampton Leisure BRAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Brampton Bierlow Park REDSHANK PLACE | cycling, grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Brampton Leisure Centre (Closed) Brampton Road | health and fitness suite | 530 yd |
| West Melton Park REGENCY ROAD | grass pitches | 633 yd |
| Pontefract Road CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 649 yd |
| Christchurch Community Hall CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | 774 yd | |
| West Melton Primary School STOKEWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Queens Ground BARNSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 966 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.