S70 1EQ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.2km from Town End in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
For families considering a move, S70 1EQ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are high (430 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for S70 1EQ are sourced from Output Area E00037176 (shared with 53 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S70 1EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S70 1EQ.
288
40
£ 34,800 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S70 1EQ 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S70 1EQ's 57% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S70 1EQ. The average age is 40.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near S70 1EQ are high at 430 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Trinity Academy St. Edwards
Queens Road Academy
Oakwell Rise Primary Academy
Shawlands Primary School
Joseph Locke Primary School
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley
Summer Lane Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
97 nearby- Blackburn's Cakes0.7 km
- Ellisons Chemist0.8 km
- Fresh Shop0.4 km
- Londis0.6 km
- Superdrug0.1 km
- + 92 more
Pub, NightClub
64 nearby- George & Dragon0.7 km
- Dot's Tipple0.6 km
- Dove Inn0.6 km
- Heaven and Ale0.6 km
- The Civic0.2 km
- + 59 more
Restaurant, Cafe
83 nearby- Glass House0.5 km
- JJ's Cafe0.7 km
- Novacity0.3 km
- The Secret Italian0.6 km
- Asda Cafe1.0 km
- + 78 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.1 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- Iceland (The Food Warehouse)0.8 km
- Asda1.0 km
- Lidl0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
62 nearby- Barnsley Kebab and Pizza House0.7 km
- Greggs0.2 km
- Mercury FF0.3 km
- Raja Grill0.3 km
- Spice Night0.2 km
- + 57 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley0.2 km
- Dodworth3.5 km
- Darton5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Eldon Street/Burlington Arcade0.1 km
- Kendray Street/Midland Street0.1 km
- Eldon Street/Market Hill0.1 km
- Barnsley Interchange/A10.2 km
- Barnsley Interchange/A20.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S701EQ · Data under Open Government Licence