Cavendish Road is in Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S75 1BD is located in the Old Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cavendish Road, Barnsley, S75 1BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S75 1AU, S75 1AY, S75 1AX, S75 1DA, S75 1BJ, S75 1AZ, S75 1BB, S75 1BL, S75 1AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S75 1BD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 53.5% | 49.6% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 50.4% | 3.9% | 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 | 21.6% | 27.5% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 49.8% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 8.9% | -5.7% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 47.4% | 47.8% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 29.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 16.2% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 6.4% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.9% | 18.5% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 9.2% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 13.7% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.2% | 47.3% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.8% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.8% | 95.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 95.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cavendish Road was 98.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.5% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cavendish Road has the 73rd lowest crime rate of 167 local areas in Central and the 331st highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Cavendish Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2023-01-27 | £259,420 |
| 18 Cavendish Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2015-12-11 | £265,555 |
| 23 Cavendish Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2014-09-12 | £251,152 |
| 21 Cavendish Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2012-11-02 | £304,747 |
| 17 Cavendish Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2012-09-07 | £309,297 |
S75 1BD 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 S75 1BD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilthorpe Primary School Greenfoot Lane , S75 1EG | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summer Lane Primary Summer Lane , S75 2BB | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley Stocks Lane , S75 2DF | 4out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queens Road Academy Queens Road , S71 1AR | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Road Primary School Old Mill , S71 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,517 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy St. Edwards Eastgate House, 7 Eastgate , | - not rated | 978 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 1,808 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnsley Academy Farm Road , Kendray S70 3DL | 2out of 4 | 3,972 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Carlton Royston Lane , Carlton S71 3EW | 3out of 4 | 4,256 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darton Academy Ballfield Lane , Darton S75 5EF | 1out of 4 | 5,001 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,301 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 5,115 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School Carlton Road , S71 2LF | 1out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Alternative Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 3out of 4 | 2,330 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Special Academy St Helen's Boulevard , Carlton Road S71 2AY | 4out of 4 | 2,363 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 2,448 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 3,662 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports Village at Honeywell | Barnsley College Honeywell Site, Honeywell Lane | 258 yd | |
| McDonald's | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Old Mill Lane | 574 yd | |
| Ecco Pizzeria and Grill | 79 Huddersfield Road | 656 yd | |
| Gate of India | 44 Gawber Road | 681 yd | |
| Cookie Crumbs | Barnsley College, Church Street | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Cockerham Lane | 158 yd | |
| Grey Horse Inn | The Grey Horse Inn, Wellfield Road | 557 yd | |
| Honeywell Inn | Honeywell Inn, 46 Honeywell Street | 635 yd | |
| Miners Rest | Miners Rest, Palm Street | 703 yd | |
| Moulders Arms | Moulders Arms, Summer Street | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabites | 26a Old Mill Lane | 586 yd | |
| No 37 Sandwich & Coffee Corner | 37 Greenfoot Lane | 632 yd | |
| Eldon Street M Food | 16 Eldon Street North | 871 yd | |
| Mai's Thai Kitchen | 18 Eldon Street North | 882 yd | |
| Moncy's Kitchen | 8 Eastgate | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda, Old Mill Lane | 805 yd | |
| Tesco | The Wilthorpe, Huddersfield Road | 931 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Old Mill Lane | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Honeywell Sports Centre Pitches (Closed) RALEY DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 258 yd |
| Honeywell Sports Village HONEYWELL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 296 yd |
| The Fleets Football Pitches HARTINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 761 yd |
| Keel Fitness Centre (Closed) Canal Street | health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| Wilthorpe Primary School STARS BUILDING STARS BUILDING GREENFOOT LANE | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| One 2 One Health & Fitness (Closed) McGann House McGann House Chesham Road | health and fitness suite | 980 yd |
| St Marys C Of E Va Primary School Stocks Lane | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Barnsley) Twibell Street | health and fitness suite | 1,093 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.