Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

COCKERHAM AVENUE, S75 1BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COCKERHAM AVENUE, S75 1BA.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 36,900 /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: S75 1BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

S75 1BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 80% 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

S75 1BA is a safe, established residential area on Cockerham Avenue, 0.4km from New Gawber in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Old Town ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.

For families considering a move, S75 1BA represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for S75 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00037553 (shared with 4 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 S75 1BA. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 168,500

14 sales · Mean £ 173,285

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

S75 1BA has low crime rates — 40 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 offences69
Anti-social behaviour34
Criminal damage and arson16
Vehicle crime15
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Trinity Academy St. Edwards

180 pupils0.7 km
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Summer Lane Primary

Good337 pupils0.8 km
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Wilthorpe Primary School

Requires Improvement420 pupils0.9 km
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley

Outstanding207 pupils1.0 km
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Queens Road Academy

Good212 pupils1.1 km
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Burton Road Primary School

Good361 pupils1.2 km
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Shawlands Primary School

Good311 pupils1.3 km
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Holy Rood Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

48 nearby
  • Miners Rest0.7 km
  • The Old School House0.8 km
  • The Masonic Hall0.1 km
  • George & Dragon0.8 km
  • Annie Murrays0.8 km
  • + 43 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

55 nearby
  • Spirit0.8 km
  • The Nutty Fruitcake0.9 km
  • Voluntary Services Coffee Shops1.0 km
  • Glass House0.8 km
  • JJ's Cafe0.8 km
  • + 50 more
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Retailers - Other

40 nearby
  • Ellisons Chemist0.3 km
  • Fresh Shop0.9 km
  • Londis0.9 km
  • Supernews1.0 km
  • Karpaty Bakery & Pattisserie1.0 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Asda0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Best Kebab & Pizza0.8 km
  • Bombay Rasoi1.0 km
  • Cooplands0.9 km
  • Frankies Chicken & Pizza Bar1.0 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • + 29 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Barnsley0.9 km
  • Dodworth3.5 km
  • Darton4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Huddersfield Road/Kensington Road0.2 km
  • Huddersfield Road/Cockerham Lane0.2 km
  • Allendale Road/Cavendish Road0.2 km
  • Allendale Road/Cavendish Road0.2 km
  • Huddersfield Road/Western Street0.2 km