Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

MAY CLOSE, S63 0AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAY CLOSE, S63 0AR.

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Population

468

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 28,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S63 0AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

S63 0AR is an established family neighbourhood — 52% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S63 0AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on May Close, 0.4km from Thurnscoe East in Thurnscoe. Administratively it sits within Dearne North ward and the Wentworth and Dearne constituency.

This is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for S63 0AR are sourced from Output Area E00037390 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S63 0AR. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 102,500

4 sales · Mean £ 101,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S63 0AR has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences88
Anti-social behaviour34
Shoplifting25
Criminal damage and arson19
Public order11

school Local Schools

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The Hill Primary Academy

Requires Improvement387 pupils0.6 km
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Gooseacre Primary Academy

Good358 pupils0.8 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Good153 pupils1.4 km
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Goldthorpe Primary Academy

Requires Improvement277 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Windsor Convenience Stores0.2 km
  • Thurnscoe East Post Office0.4 km
  • A&H Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Cooplands0.7 km
  • Paul Coupland High Class Butcher0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Thurnscoe Coronation WMC Ltd0.3 km
  • Butchers Arms0.9 km
  • Thurnscoe Social & Ex-Ser Club0.6 km
  • Thurnscoe W M C0.9 km
  • The Officials Club0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • GT Snax0.8 km
  • Millies Cafe0.5 km
  • Thurnscoe Tap0.3 km
  • Storm in a Coffee Cup Cafe0.5 km
  • Charlottes at Harrisons Antiques0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Marantos0.8 km
  • Tasty Fried Chicken and Pizza0.2 km
  • Amigos0.7 km
  • Golden Lion Take-Away0.7 km
  • Huby's0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda0.5 km
  • Home Bargains0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thurnscoe0.3 km
  • Goldthorpe1.6 km
  • Bolton-On-Dearne3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • School Street/Oak Road0.2 km
  • School Street/Orchard Way0.3 km
  • School Street/Ashberry Grove0.3 km
  • Windsor Street/Roman Street0.3 km
  • John Street0.3 km