S73 0EB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Kingsway, 0.7km from Wombwell in Wombwell. Administratively it sits within Wombwell ward and the Barnsley East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £198k, up 147.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S73 0EB are sourced from Output Area E00037791 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KINGSWAY, S73 0EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGSWAY, S73 0EB.
364
41
£ 36,400 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S73 0EB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 41, S73 0EB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 147.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S73 0EB. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 85,500
4 sales · Mean £ 112,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S73 0EB is moderate at 60 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.
school Local Schools
Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre
Wombwell Park Street Primary School
High View Primary Learning Centre
Netherwood Academy
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
The Ellis Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Wombwell Main Community and Sports Association0.9 km
- Locky's Bar0.4 km
- The Barley Sheaf1.0 km
- The George0.2 km
- The Old Town Hall0.3 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Chiu Hing Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- The Butty Box0.8 km
- Yung's Chop Suey Bar0.4 km
- BFC0.3 km
- BFC Takeaway0.2 km
- + 16 more
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Premier Store0.9 km
- Candy Smith0.3 km
- Kings Delicatessen0.3 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.2 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.4 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Balti Palace0.3 km
- English Tea Rooms0.4 km
- China Lantern0.4 km
- Linda's Cafe0.3 km
- Thai 25 Street Food0.4 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wombwell1.1 km
- Elsecar3.0 km
- Bolton-On-Dearne6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hough Lane/Winders Place0.2 km
- Hough Lane/Winders Place0.2 km
- Hough Lane/Winders Place0.2 km
- Hough Lane/Kings Road0.2 km
- Church Street/Kings Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S730EB · Data under Open Government Licence