S63 0BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Thurnscoe East in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Dearne North ward and the Wentworth and Dearne constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S63 0BP is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 31% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00037365 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S63 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S63 0BP.
379
37
£ 28,400 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S63 0BP 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.
Area Character
S63 0BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 41% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S63 0BP. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S63 0BP is moderate at 54 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.
school Local Schools
The Hill Primary Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Goldthorpe Primary Academy
Gooseacre Primary Academy
Highgate Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Thurnscoe East Post Office0.4 km
- Windsor Convenience Stores0.4 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- H I Weldrick Ltd0.7 km
- Pit Shop0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Thurnscoe Tap0.6 km
- GT Snax0.2 km
- Millies Cafe0.2 km
- Storm in a Coffee Cup Cafe1.0 km
- Charlottes at Harrisons Antiques0.2 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Huby's1.0 km
- Tasty Fried Chicken and Pizza0.4 km
- Chop Suey House0.6 km
- Dragon House0.7 km
- Galleon Fish Bar0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Goldthorpe Reform W M C0.9 km
- Thurnscoe Coronation WMC Ltd0.3 km
- The Officials Club0.1 km
- Unity Dearne Club Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thurnscoe0.5 km
- Goldthorpe1.4 km
- Bolton-On-Dearne2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Lidget Lane/Tudor Street0.1 km
- Phoenix Lane/Barrowfield Road0.1 km
- Lidget Lane/Lockwood Lane0.1 km
- Phoenix Lane/Barrowfield Road0.1 km
- Lidget Lane/George Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S630BP · Data under Open Government Licence