S71 2FJ is an up-and-coming urban area on Appleby Garth, 0.6km from St. Helen's in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Monk Bretton ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S71 2FJ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 134 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 15.2% year-on-year. 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 S71 2FJ are sourced from Output Area E00037534 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
APPLEBY GARTH, S71 2FJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for APPLEBY GARTH, S71 2FJ.
255
47
£ 36,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S71 2FJ 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
With 49% social renting, S71 2FJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant. Property prices are trending up 15.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 2FJ. The average age is 47.4. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 149,975
8 sales · Mean £ 151,737
Detached
£ 230,000
7 sales · Mean £ 230,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S71 2FJ is above average at 134 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
St Helen's Primary Academy
Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School
Carlton Primary Academy
Springwell Special Academy
Springwell Alternative Academy
Outwood Academy Carlton
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- One Stop0.7 km
- Vavi's Convenience Store0.8 km
- Intake 50.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Bailey's Catering0.7 km
- Jen Jens0.7 km
- Sodexo Limited (Staff Canteen)0.7 km
- TNS Catering Management Ltd. @GIST0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Ashiana0.7 km
- Tina's Top Shop0.4 km
- Yorkshire Fried Chicken0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- West Green WMC Ltd1.0 km
- The Olde Bridge Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley3.2 km
- Darton5.9 km
- Dodworth6.6 km
Bus Stops
- St Annes Drive/Rainford Drive0.1 km
- St Annes Drive/Baycliff Close0.1 km
- Fish Dam Lane/Baycliff Close0.2 km
- Fish Dam Lane/Preston Way0.2 km
- Fish Dam Lane/Kirkham Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S712FJ · Data under Open Government Licence