Bole Close is in Low Valley, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S73 8AZ is located in the Darfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bole Close, Low Valley, Barnsley, S73 8AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 0DS, S73 8EF, S73 8AB, S73 8AN, S73 8AQ, S73 8AH, S73 8BD, S73 8AL, S73 8AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S73 8AZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 50.7% | 53.1% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 46.9% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 32.1% | 35.3% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 45% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 11% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 3% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 45.6% | 49.4% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 27.9% | -9.3% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 16% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.4% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 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.
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24% | 23.9% | -0.1% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.4% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 19.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 18.2% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 19.9% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 98.7% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 96.1% | 93.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 6.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 93.2% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.6% | 76.7% | -2.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.7% | 13.5% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bole Close was 98.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.5% lower than the Darfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bole Close has the 38th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Darfield and the 317th highest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Bole Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2013-06-19 | £226,506 |
| 9 Bole Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2008-01-25 | £222,865 |
| 11 Bole Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2004-11-01 | £182,679 |
| 9 Bole Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2003-04-25 | £241,391 |
| 11 Bole Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2002-10-16 | £187,208 |
S73 8AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Grange Children's Centre Abbey Lane , Lundwood S71 5QD | - not rated | 4,857 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worsbrough Dale Nursery School West Street , Worsbrough Dale S70 5NU | - not rated | 5,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darfield Valley Primary School Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | - not rated | 205 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darfield Primary Academy Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | - not rated | 261 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School Stonyford Road , Wombwell S73 8AF | 3out of 4 | 286 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upperwood Academy Dartree Walk , Darfield S73 9NL | 3out of 4 | 985 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherwood Advanced Learning Centre Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | - not rated | 838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darfield Foulstone School of Creative Arts Nanny Marr Road , Darfield S73 9AB | - not rated | 1,106 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombwell High - A Humanities College Roebuck Street , Wombwell S73 0JU | - not rated | 1,845 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elmhirst School Ardsley Road , Worsbrough Dale S70 4RL | - not rated | 4,609 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,374 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gables School Bondfield Crescent , Wombwell S73 8TL | - not rated | 1,758 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grasmere School 12-14 Waterfield Place , Stairfoot S70 3PZ | - not rated | 4,425 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 5,219 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Souvlaki Hotspot | 92 Snape Hill Road | 513 yd | |
| Low Valley Snack Bar | Low Valley Snack Bar, Valley Road | 659 yd | |
| Erica's | Go Kart Track And Sports Ground, Station Road | 777 yd | |
| The Coffee House | 38a Snape Hill Road | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, 7 Pitt Street | 185 yd | |
| Queen Victoria | The Queen Victoria, 77 Snape Hill Road | 513 yd | |
| Wombwell Working Mens Club | Wombwell Working Mens Club, 25 Station Road | 770 yd | |
| Wombwell Recreation Centre | Go Kart Track And Sports Ground, Station Road | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Room Restaurant & Takeaway | Unit 1 And Unit 2, Upperwood Court | 316 yd | |
| Darfield Fish Bar | 114 Snape Hill Road | 513 yd | |
| Top Chef | 76 Snape Hill Road | 631 yd | |
| Garden Street Bakery | 3 Garden Street | 917 yd | |
| Del Boys | 24 Morrison Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | The Cooperative, Barnsley Road | 917 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Scarbro Corner HENRY STREET | grass pitches | 89 yd |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield SNAPE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 127 yd |
| Temple Gym (Closed) Pitt Street | health and fitness suite | 234 yd |
| St Michael And All Angels Catholic Primary School STONYFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 241 yd |
| Netherwood Advanced Learning Centre NETHERWOOD NETHERWOOD DOVE VALLEY WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 727 yd |
| St. Marys Lane Playing Fields DOVESIDE DRIVE | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Wombwell Recreation Ground STATION ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 890 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 | 48.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.