Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

RODES AVENUE, S72 0BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RODES AVENUE, S72 0BA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

248

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 32,800 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S72 0BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 45, S72 0BA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £152k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

S72 0BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rodes Avenue, 0.3km from Great Houghton in Great Houghton (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within North East ward and the Barnsley East 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. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £152k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for S72 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00037267 (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 S72 0BA. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 152,000

3 sales · Mean £ 146,333

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

S72 0BA has low crime rates — 44 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.

Violence and sexual offences36
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order8
Vehicle crime8
Anti-social behaviour7

school Local Schools

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Sandhill Primary School

Requires Improvement248 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Morrison's Daily0.2 km
  • ESSAR0.2 km
  • Rotherham Road Pharmacy0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Sandhill Tavern0.5 km
  • Sandhill Golf Clubhouse0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Aziz's Kitchen0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Big Papas0.4 km
  • Pizza Roma II0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thurnscoe3.0 km
  • Goldthorpe3.3 km
  • Bolton-On-Dearne4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street/Pinefield Close0.1 km
  • Rotherham Road/Oak Haven Avenue0.1 km
  • High Street/Mount Avenue0.2 km
  • High Street/School Street0.3 km
  • Rotherham Road/Thurnscoe Lane0.3 km