Ash Street is in Wombwell, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S73 8EW is located in the Stairfoot electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ash Street, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 8EP, S73 8EN, S73 8EJ, S73 8EQ, S73 8ES, S73 8ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S73 8EW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 53% | 53.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 47% | 46.2% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 18% | 27.3% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 49% | -11.1% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 14.7% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.3% | 35.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 39.1% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 15.5% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 8.5% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 21.6% | -13.0% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 11.8% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 21.6% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 18.4% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Street was 29.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.1% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ash Street has the 18th lowest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 125th lowest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Ash Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-07-14 | £144,868 |
| 7 Ash Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-11-02 | £140,324 |
| 4 Ash Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-04-06 | £80,786 |
| 2 Ash Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2021-07-09 | £157,997 |
| 5 Ash Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2019-09-20 | £129,023 |
S73 8EW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S73 8EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 2,502 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worsbrough Dale Nursery School West Street , Worsbrough Dale S70 5NU | - not rated | 2,988 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood View Infant School Aldham House Lane , Wombwell S73 8RQ | - not rated | 1,303 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombwell Aldham Junior and Infant School Aldham House Lane , Wombwell S73 8RQ | - not rated | 1,303 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Hill Infant School Cumberland Drive , Ardsley S71 5DX | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Primary School Doncaster Road , Ardsley S71 5AG | - not rated | 1,386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Primary Academy Doncaster Road , Ardsley S71 5AG | - not rated | 1,386 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,890 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 3out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elmhirst School Ardsley Road , Worsbrough Dale S70 4RL | - not rated | 2,168 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,265 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School and Sports College Littleworth Lane , Lundwood S71 5RG | - not rated | 3,020 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cudworth Middle School Snydale Road , Cudworth S72 8JR | - not rated | 4,839 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Milefield Middle School Engine Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 5,442 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley College PO Box 266 , Church Street S70 2YW | - not rated | 4,717 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grasmere School 12-14 Waterfield Place , Stairfoot S70 3PZ | - not rated | 1,795 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Family Learning Centre Wombwell Community Education Centre , Barnsley Road S73 8HT | - not rated | 2,014 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gables School Bondfield Crescent , Wombwell S73 8TL | - not rated | 2,089 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Additional Support for Education John Street , S70 1LL | - not rated | 4,399 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope House School, Barnsley 2 Blucher Street , S70 1AP | - not rated | 4,695 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kate's (Sandwich Bar) | Unit 1, Aldham Bridge Garage, Wombwell Lane | 282 yd | |
| Aldham Mill Farm | Aldham Mill Farm, Wombwell Lane | 449 yd | |
| Tesco Cafe | Tesco Supermarket, Wombwell Lane | 834 yd | |
| Pausa Caffe Coffee Shop | Unit 1, Barnsley Retail Park, Wombwell Lane | 834 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee, Barnsley Retail Park, Wombwell Lane | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ash Inn | 105 Wombwell Lane | 32 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Unit 8, Barnsley Trade Park, Wombwell Lane | 668 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 10, Barnsley Trade Park, Wombwell Lane | 834 yd | |
| China Palace | 28 Aldham Cottages, Barnsley Road | 1,003 yd | |
| Greggs | Greggs, 245 Barnsley Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Wombwell Lane | 834 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ardsley House Hotel (Closed) Doncaster Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 954 yd |
| Mitchell & Darfield Welfare Ground ROY KILNER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,013 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 | 69 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.29 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.29 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.