S73 0BP is a safe, established residential area on Ings Road, 0.3km from Elliots Terrace in Wombwell. Administratively it sits within Darfield ward and the Barnsley East constituency.
For families considering a move, S73 0BP represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £118k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 89.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S73 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00168705 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
INGS ROAD, S73 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for INGS ROAD, S73 0BP.
308
34
£ 36,400 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S73 0BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
S73 0BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 61% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 89.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S73 0BP. The average age is 33.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 127,500
3 sales · Mean £ 132,500
Terraced
£ 87,000
6 sales · Mean £ 81,833
Detached
£ 200,000
2 sales · Mean £ 200,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S73 0BP has low crime rates — 32 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
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
Outwood Primary Academy Darfield
Netherwood Academy
Wombwell Park Street Primary School
Upperwood Academy
All Saints Academy Darfield
Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Spice Room Restaurant & Takeaway0.6 km
- Top Chef0.8 km
- Darfield Fish Bar0.7 km
- Elena's Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Candy Smith0.9 km
- Kings Delicatessen0.9 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.8 km
- Smiths Fruit & Veg0.9 km
- Snape Hill Road Convenience Store0.6 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Locky's Bar0.9 km
- Queen Victoria0.7 km
- The Old Town Hall0.9 km
- Wombwell Recreation Centre0.5 km
- Wombwell Working Mens Club0.5 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- English Tea Rooms0.8 km
- China Lantern0.9 km
- Linda's Cafe1.0 km
- The Greek0.7 km
- Low Valley Snack Bar0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wombwell2.3 km
- Elsecar4.2 km
- Goldthorpe4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Stonyford Road/Station Road0.1 km
- Stoneyford Road/Station Road0.1 km
- George Street/Henry Street0.3 km
- George Street/Milmoor Road0.3 km
- Station Road/Valley Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S730BP · Data under Open Government Licence