Ballfield Lane is in Darton, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S75 5LH is located in the Darton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ballfield Lane, Darton, Barnsley, S75 5LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S75 5EH, S75 5EG, S75 5EQ, S75 5LQ, S75 5LJ, S75 5EL, S75 5LN, S75 5EJ, S75 5LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S75 5LH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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% | 47.6% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 47% | 52.4% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S75 5LH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.8% | 45% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 40.2% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.2% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 4.5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 42.5% | 48.2% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 32.1% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 12.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 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.
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 | 29.2% | 21.2% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 16.1% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 17.5% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 19.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 6.7% | 1.4% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.2% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.6% | 96.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ballfield Lane was 52.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.4% lower than the Darton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ballfield Lane has the 40th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Darton East and the 285th lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Ballfield Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-01-08 | £151,264 |
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kexborough Primary School Ballfield Lane , Kexborough S75 5EF | 3out of 4 | 110 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darton Primary School Station Road , Darton S75 5AD | 3out of 4 | 1,803 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barugh Green Primary School Higham Common Road , Barugh Green S75 1LD | 4out of 4 | 2,443 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cawthorne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Taylor Hill , Cawthorne S75 4HB | 4out of 4 | 2,767 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellgate Primary School George Street , Mapplewell S75 6HR | 3out of 4 | 3,151 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darton Academy Ballfield Lane , Darton S75 5EF | 1out of 4 | 244 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Community College Dodworth Road , S70 6PD | 3out of 4 | 5,178 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 3,223 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premdor Canteen | Premdor, Birthwaite Business Park, Huddersfield Road | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kexborough Social Club | Kexborough Social Club, Churchfield Lane | 288 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Yangs | 9 Ballfield Lane | 198 yd | |
| The Original Tudor Pizza | 6 Ballfield Lane | 198 yd | |
| Y Pas Chippy | 135 Churchfield Lane | 288 yd | |
| Lotus Gardens | 62 Churchfield Lane | 763 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kexborough Primary School BALLFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 91 yd |
| Kexborough Recreation Ground PRIESTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 266 yd |
| Darton High School (Closed) Churchfield Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 407 yd |
| Kexborough Cricket Club SOUGHLEY HOUSE SOUGHLEY HOUSE BENCE LANE | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Darton College BALLFIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 486 yd |
| Longfields PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 1,076 yd |
| Darton Longfields STATION COTTAGES | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.