Moorbank Road is in Wombwell, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S73 8SS 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 Moorbank Road, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 8SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 8RX, S73 8RZ, S73 8SR, S73 8SB, S73 8RY, S73 8FJ, S73 8SN, S73 8SD, S73 8EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S73 8SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 50.5% | 52.4% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 47.6% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 26.6% | 29.1% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 47.8% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 11.7% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 10% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.2% | 35.8% | 5.6% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 34.7% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 17.5% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 9.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 8SS this area, 30.4% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.3% | 30.4% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 12.8% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 10.6% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.2% | 13.2% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 20.3% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.9% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.5% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 98.4% | 95.9% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 96.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorbank Road was 46.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Darfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorbank Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Darfield and the 241st lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Moorbank Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £269,950 | 2023-10-17 | £276,673 |
| 4 Moorbank Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-05-27 | £240,150 |
| 10 Moorbank Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2011-09-09 | £199,689 |
| 8 Moorbank Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £62,000 | 1998-07-24 | £258,132 |
| 8 Moorbank Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £56,950 | 1997-03-27 | £247,709 |
S73 8SS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S73 8SS 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 | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High View Primary Learning Centre Newsome Avenue , Wombwell S73 8QS | 4out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre Bondfield Close, Off Wells Lane , Wombwell S73 8TX | 4out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School Stonyford Road , Wombwell S73 8AF | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Primary Academy Doncaster Road , Ardsley S71 5AG | 3out of 4 | 2,122 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunningley Primary School Hunningley Lane , S70 3DT | 3out of 4 | 2,256 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 | 1,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 2,668 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Balk Academy West Street , Hoyland S74 9HX | 2out of 4 | 4,339 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 5,400 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 5,307 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bird Box Cafe Limited | The Hut, Dovecliffe Road | 360 yd | |
| Aldham Mill Farm | Aldham Mill Farm, Wombwell Lane | 423 yd | |
| Kate's (Sandwich Bar) | Unit 1, Aldham Bridge Garage, Wombwell Lane | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ash Inn | 105 Wombwell Lane | 817 yd | |
| The Barley Sheaf | Barley Sheaf Hotel, 1 Aldham House Lane | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Greggs, 245 Barnsley Road | 279 yd | |
| China Palace | 28 Aldham Cottages, Barnsley Road | 289 yd | |
| American Fried Chicken | 199a Barnsley Road | 451 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell & Darfield Welfare Ground ROY KILNER ROAD | grass pitches | 188 yd |
| High View Primary Learning Centre Newsome Avenue | grass pitches | 825 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 | 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.