S71 2BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Carlton Road, 0.1km from Smithy Hill in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within St Helens ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
For families considering a move, S71 2BN represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a mining and quarrying facilities character: industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 2BN are sourced from Output Area E00037536 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARLTON ROAD, S71 2BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARLTON ROAD, S71 2BN.
475
35
£ 36,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S71 2BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates S71 2BN — age 35, 66% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 S71 2BN. The average age is 34.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 132,500
2 sales · Mean £ 132,500
Terraced
£ 73,000
4 sales · Mean £ 82,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 2BN has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Springwell Special Academy
Springwell Alternative Academy
Athersley South Primary School
Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School
Burton Road Primary School
St Helen's Primary Academy
Laithes Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Akram Chemists0.9 km
- Intake 20.8 km
- D Speed Butchers0.9 km
- Birchwood Price Tools0.9 km
- Indulgence Cake and Shakes0.5 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Alice's Cafe0.9 km
- Chloe's Crust Cafe1.0 km
- Sandwich Box0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- New Lodge Working Mens Club0.9 km
- Pheasant Inn1.0 km
- Monk Bretton Working Mens Club1.0 km
- Barnsley Bowl0.3 km
- The Full House1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- KFC0.5 km
- Parmesan House0.8 km
- Ocean Fish Bar0.9 km
- Townsends Fish & Chips Ltd0.0 km
- Get Smashed at Stallones0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Farmfoods0.3 km
- One Stop0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley2.1 km
- Darton4.8 km
- Dodworth5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Rotherham Road/Carlton Road0.1 km
- Rotherham Road/Carlton Road0.1 km
- Carlton Road/Rotherham Road0.1 km
- Carlton Road/St Helens Avenue0.1 km
- Carlton Road/Rotherham Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: S712BN · Data under Open Government Licence