Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

BAYFORD WAY, S73 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAYFORD WAY, S73 0BU.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 36,400 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S73 0BU 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.

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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

S73 0BU 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.

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

S73 0BU is a safe, established residential area on Bayford Way, 0.2km from Elliots Terrace in Wombwell. Administratively it sits within Darfield ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S73 0BU 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 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k.

Census 2021 statistics for S73 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00168705 (shared with 8 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 S73 0BU. 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

White / British89.9%
Asian / British Asian5.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 212,500

10 sales · Mean £ 215,850

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

S73 0BU has low crime rates — 39 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 offences30
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order7
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Good146 pupils0.3 km
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Wombwell Park Street Primary School

Good354 pupils0.7 km
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Netherwood Academy

Requires Improvement1216 pupils0.8 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Darfield

Good214 pupils0.8 km
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Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre

Outstanding446 pupils1.0 km
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Upperwood Academy

Good302 pupils1.4 km
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High View Primary Learning Centre

Outstanding468 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Balti Palace0.7 km
  • English Tea Rooms0.5 km
  • China Lantern0.6 km
  • Linda's Cafe0.7 km
  • Thai 25 Street Food0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Candy Smith0.6 km
  • Kings Delicatessen0.7 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Smiths Fruit & Veg0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Locky's Bar0.6 km
  • The George0.7 km
  • The Old Town Hall0.6 km
  • Wombwell Recreation Centre0.2 km
  • Wombwell Working Mens Club0.2 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • BFC0.7 km
  • BFC Takeaway0.8 km
  • Delicious0.8 km
  • Dino's Pizzeria0.7 km
  • Elena's Fried Chicken0.5 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wombwell2.0 km
  • Elsecar3.9 km
  • Goldthorpe5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Station Road/Valley Road0.1 km
  • Station Road/Valley Road0.1 km
  • Station Road0.3 km
  • Station Road0.3 km
  • Stonyford Road/Station Road0.3 km