Bly Road is in Darfield, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S73 9DW is located in the Darfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bly Road, Darfield, Barnsley, S73 9DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 9DX, S73 9DN, S73 9DU, S73 9DP, S73 9BL, S73 9BN, S73 9DY, S73 9DR, S73 9ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S73 9DW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 50.9% | 53.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 46.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of S73 9DW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 23.5% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 55.2% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.9% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 10% | 10.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 34.9% | 43.5% | 8.6% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 35.3% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 16.7% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 24% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.1% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 13.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 30.3% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.4% | 100% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bly Road was 92.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.5% lower than the Darfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bly Road has the 42nd highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Darfield and the 347th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Bly Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2023-09-01 | £118,136 |
| 55 Bly Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-06-09 | £168,547 |
| 22 Bly Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2021-05-11 | £108,612 |
| 26 Bly Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2018-11-16 | £123,376 |
| 51 Bly Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2016-08-12 | £209,348 |
S73 9DW 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 9DW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upperwood Academy Dartree Walk , Darfield S73 9NL | 3out of 4 | 310 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Academy Darfield School Street , Darfield S73 9EU | 3out of 4 | 1,123 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 | 1,467 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombwell Park Street Primary School Park Street , Wombwell S73 0HS | 3out of 4 | 2,511 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 | 1,452 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 4,949 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 4,623 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audrey's Coffee House | Strawbridges Garden Centre And Farm Shop, Doncaster Road | 544 yd | |
| Souvlaki Hotspot | 92 Snape Hill Road | 878 yd | |
| The Coffee House | 38a Snape Hill Road | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Darfield | The Darfield Hotel, Nanny Marr Road | 731 yd | |
| Darfield Conservative Club | Darfield Conservative Club, School Street | 795 yd | |
| Darfield Cricket Club | Darfield Cricket Club, School Street | 795 yd | |
| Queen Victoria | The Queen Victoria, 77 Snape Hill Road | 878 yd | |
| Darfield Village Club WMC | Darfield Village Club, 5 School Street | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Boys | 24 Morrison Road | 191 yd | |
| Amy's Fish and Chips | 101 School Street | 795 yd | |
| Top Chef | 76 Snape Hill Road | 843 yd | |
| Garden Street Bakery | 3 Garden Street | 869 yd | |
| Darfield Fish Bar | 114 Snape Hill Road | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | The Cooperative, Barnsley Road | 337 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longbow Playing Fields BLY ROAD | grass pitches | 134 yd |
| The Foulstone School (Closed) Nanny Marr Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 826 yd |
| Darfield All Saints Academy SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield SNAPE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,080 yd |
| Temple Gym (Closed) Pitt Street | health and fitness suite | 1,080 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 | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 44.4% |
| 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 | 34.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.