Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

BURTON CRESCENT, S71 2QD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURTON CRESCENT, S71 2QD.

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Population

346

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S71 2QD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S71 2QD's 58% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 6.2% year-on-year.

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

S71 2QD is a safe, established residential area on Burton Crescent, 0.5km from Burton Grange in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Cudworth ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S71 2QD represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 6.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S71 2QD are sourced from Output Area E00037224 (shared with 7 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 S71 2QD. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 106,250

8 sales · Mean £ 118,250

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

S71 2QD has low crime rates — 42 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 offences63
Anti-social behaviour21
Public order19
Criminal damage and arson17
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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St Helen's Primary Academy

Requires Improvement225 pupils0.5 km
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Springwell Special Academy

Good115 pupils1.3 km
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Springwell Alternative Academy

Good24 pupils1.3 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange

Good430 pupils1.4 km
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Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School

Requires Improvement1099 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • D Speed Butchers0.9 km
  • One Stop0.2 km
  • Vavi's Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Akram Chemists0.9 km
  • Intake 50.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Monk Bretton Working Mens Club1.0 km
  • Sun Inn0.6 km
  • West Green WMC Ltd0.6 km
  • Pheasant Inn1.0 km
  • The Olde Bridge Inn0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Bailey's Catering0.6 km
  • Jen Jens0.2 km
  • Sodexo Limited (Staff Canteen)0.3 km
  • Alice's Cafe0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Ashiana0.1 km
  • Ocean Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Tina's Top Shop0.4 km
  • Yorkshire Fried Chicken0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Barnsley3.0 km
  • Wombwell6.0 km
  • Darton6.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Burton Road/Burton Crescent0.0 km
  • Fish Dam Lane/King Edward Street0.1 km
  • Fish Dam Lane/King Edward Street0.1 km
  • Fish Dam Lane/Carr Street0.2 km
  • Fish Dam Lane/Carr Street0.2 km