S75 1AY is a safe, established residential area on Cockerham Lane, 0.4km from Gawber, New in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Old Town ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £71k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 8.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S75 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00037555 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COCKERHAM LANE, S75 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COCKERHAM LANE, S75 1AY.
281
44
£ 36,900 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S75 1AY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 44, S75 1AY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £71k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 8.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S75 1AY. The average age is 44.3. 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
Flat
£ 64,000
6 sales · Mean £ 63,916
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
1 sales · Mean £ 225,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S75 1AY has low crime rates — 35 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
Wilthorpe Primary School
Summer Lane Primary
Trinity Academy St. Edwards
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley
Burton Road Primary School
Queens Road Academy
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
Joseph Locke Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Gawber Road WMC1.0 km
- Miners Rest0.6 km
- The Old School House0.8 km
- The Masonic Hall0.2 km
- George & Dragon0.9 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Spirit0.9 km
- The Nutty Fruitcake0.8 km
- Voluntary Services Coffee Shops1.0 km
- Glass House1.0 km
- JJ's Cafe0.9 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Ellisons Chemist0.5 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- B&M Retail0.9 km
- Premier Rockingham Store0.4 km
- Barnsley Halal Food Store0.9 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Pizza Zone0.9 km
- Raja Indian Cuisine also trading as Raja Desserts0.9 km
- Frydays0.6 km
- D Birkinshaw0.9 km
- Imperial Chinese Take-Away0.9 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Asda0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley1.1 km
- Dodworth3.5 km
- Darton4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Allendale Road/Cavendish Road0.1 km
- Allendale Road/Cavendish Road0.1 km
- Huddersfield Road/Kensington Road0.3 km
- Huddersfield Road/Hall Balk Lane0.3 km
- Huddersfield Road/Salisbury Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S751AY · Data under Open Government Licence