Burnham Way is in Darfield, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S73 9QB 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 Burnham Way, Darfield, Barnsley, S73 9QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S73 9PJ, S73 9QT, S73 9QD, S73 9QA, S73 9PH, S73 9PZ, S73 9QE, S73 9PN, S73 9PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S73 9QB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 48.4% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 46.6% | 51.6% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 26.2% | 29.6% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 48.6% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8.9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 10.1% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 34.6% | 35.8% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 38.2% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 18.9% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 9QB this area, 30% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 30% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 13.2% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 10.9% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 6.6% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 19.5% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 6.1% | 4.3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.2% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 87.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.8% | 87.8% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 4% | 11.9% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 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 | 94.8% | 88.1% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 7.4% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 4.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Romania | 4.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.7% | 37.2% | -11.5% |
| Christian | 65.3% | 46.2% | 19.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnham Way was 87.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.3% lower than the Darfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Burnham Way has the 45th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Darfield and the 375th highest crime rate of 845 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Burnham Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2023-06-27 | £98,564 |
| 8 Burnham Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-10-04 | £227,503 |
| 8 Burnham Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2015-02-12 | £224,012 |
| 10 Burnham Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,950 | 2003-04-16 | £237,270 |
| 10 Burnham Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,500 | 2001-12-19 | £235,702 |
S73 9QB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 9QB 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 | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 4,557 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worsbrough Dale Nursery School West Street , Worsbrough Dale S70 5NU | - not rated | 5,395 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | 3out of 4 | 283 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Darfield Primary Academy Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | - not rated | 283 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darfield Valley Primary School Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | - not rated | 355 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upperwood Academy Dartree Walk , Darfield S73 9NL | 3out of 4 | 507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darfield Upperwood Primary School Dartree Walk , Darfield S73 9NL | - not rated | 507 yd | Community school | 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 | 901 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darfield Foulstone School of Creative Arts Nanny Marr Road , Darfield S73 9AB | - not rated | 914 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombwell High - A Humanities College Roebuck Street , Wombwell S73 0JU | - not rated | 2,288 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elmhirst School Ardsley Road , Worsbrough Dale S70 4RL | - not rated | 4,602 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milefield Middle School Engine Lane , Grimethorpe S72 7BH | - not rated | 5,236 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 | 1,640 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gables School Bondfield Crescent , Wombwell S73 8TL | - not rated | 2,041 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grasmere School 12-14 Waterfield Place , Stairfoot S70 3PZ | - not rated | 4,214 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 5,008 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 | 452 yd | |
| The Coffee House | 38a Snape Hill Road | 815 yd | |
| Low Valley Snack Bar | Low Valley Snack Bar, Valley Road | 967 yd | |
| Audrey's Coffee House | Strawbridges Garden Centre And Farm Shop, Doncaster Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, 7 Pitt Street | 314 yd | |
| Queen Victoria | The Queen Victoria, 77 Snape Hill Road | 452 yd | |
| The Darfield | The Darfield Hotel, Nanny Marr Road | 998 yd | |
| Darfield Conservative Club | Darfield Conservative Club, School Street | 1,041 yd | |
| Darfield Cricket Club | Darfield Cricket Club, School Street | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Room Restaurant & Takeaway | Unit 1 And Unit 2, Upperwood Court | 324 yd | |
| Darfield Fish Bar | 114 Snape Hill Road | 452 yd | |
| Top Chef | 76 Snape Hill Road | 530 yd | |
| Del Boys | 24 Morrison Road | 574 yd | |
| Garden Street Bakery | 3 Garden Street | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | The Cooperative, Barnsley Road | 437 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Gym (Closed) Pitt Street | health and fitness suite | 350 yd |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield SNAPE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| New Scarbro Corner HENRY STREET | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| St Michael And All Angels Catholic Primary School STONYFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Longbow Playing Fields BLY ROAD | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Netherwood Advanced Learning Centre NETHERWOOD NETHERWOOD DOVE VALLEY WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 818 yd |
| St. Marys Lane Playing Fields DOVESIDE DRIVE | grass pitches | 880 yd |
| The Foulstone School (Closed) Nanny Marr Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 914 yd |
| Darfield All Saints Academy SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.09 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.09 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.