S71 4FE is a safe, established residential area on Millers Croft, 1.0km from Wells, The in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 35 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 91% 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 £159k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 7.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4FE are sourced from Output Area E00180087 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILLERS CROFT, S71 4FE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILLERS CROFT, S71 4FE.
231
35
£ 36,100 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates S71 4FE — age 35, 91% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £159k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 7.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4FE. The average age is 34.9. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 159,000
4 sales · Mean £ 158,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4FE 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.
school Local Schools
Parkside Primary Academy
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
Summerfields Primary Academy
Meadstead Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Royston W M C0.5 km
- Alexandra W M C0.6 km
- Cross Inn0.7 km
- Ring O' Bells0.8 km
- Royston Midland Wmc0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Central Cafe0.4 km
- Homefarm Crafts0.6 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.5 km
- Number 10.5 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.6 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China Town0.7 km
- Albions0.4 km
- Della Pizza0.4 km
- Rainbow Express0.6 km
- Royston Pizza0.5 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Wells Post Office0.6 km
- Cherrycakes0.4 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.6 km
- One Stop0.4 km
- Sweety Delights0.5 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darton5.4 km
- Barnsley5.7 km
- Fitzwilliam6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Station Road/Newtown Avenue0.3 km
- Station Road/Newtown Avenue0.3 km
- Station Road/Oakwood Road0.3 km
- Station Road/Oakwood Road0.3 km
- Midland Road/Jack Close Orchard0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S714FE · Data under Open Government Licence