High Street is in Silkstone, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S75 4LR is located in the Penistone East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penistone and Stocksbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Silkstone, Barnsley, S75 4LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S75 4LT, S75 4LU, S75 4NB, S75 4LZ, S75 4LW, S75 4ND, S75 4LX, S75 4LN, S75 4FZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S75 4LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 25.8% | 30.2% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 46.9% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 13.6% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 46.1% | 43.8% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 37% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 22.1% | 17.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 9% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 12.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 12.2% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38% | 40.8% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 7.0% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 97.6% | 94.2% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 120.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.6% higher than the Penistone East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
High Street has the 30th highest crime rate of 125 local areas in Penistone East and the 262nd highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.7%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 High Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2025-08-01 | £469,932 |
| 99 High Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-09-30 | £200,278 |
| 99 High Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2020-01-20 | £163,500 |
| 95 High Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-11-12 | £261,614 |
| 101 High Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2007-01-30 | £422,208 |
S75 4LR 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 4LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silkstone Primary School High Street , Silkstone S75 4LR | 4out of 4 | 67 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School Moorend Lane , Silkstone Common S75 4QT | 4out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cawthorne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Taylor Hill , Cawthorne S75 4HB | 4out of 4 | 2,694 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoylandswaine Primary School Haigh Lane , Hoylandswaine S36 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,956 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dodworth St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Barnsley Road , Dodworth S75 3JS | 2out of 4 | 3,020 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 4,534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darton Academy Ballfield Lane , Darton S75 5EF | 1out of 4 | 4,730 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penistone Grammar School Huddersfield Road , Penistone S36 7BX | 3out of 4 | 5,204 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited Wentworth Castle , Stainborough S75 3ET | - not rated | 4,253 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre School Keresforth Hill Road , S70 6RG | 4out of 4 | 4,679 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bells | 78 High Street | 142 yd | |
| The Pantry | Broad Close Farm, Cone Lane | 439 yd | |
| Rileys at The Potting Shed | The Potting Shed Cafe, Pot House Hamlet, Barnsley Road | 531 yd | |
| Ana's Den | 2 The Old Orchard, Pot House Hamlet, Barnsley Road | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | Red Lion Inn, 69 High Street | 205 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | The Cross, Cone Lane | 137 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Silkstone Primary School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 56 yd |
| Silkstone Recreation Ground BARNSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 299 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.