S71 2FQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Burton Grange in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Monk Bretton ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S71 2FQ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 2FQ are sourced from Output Area E00037534 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S71 2FQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S71 2FQ.
255
47
£ 36,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S71 2FQ 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.
Area Character
With 49% social renting, S71 2FQ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 2FQ. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 2FQ has low crime rates — 46 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
St Helen's Primary Academy
Springwell Special Academy
Springwell Alternative Academy
Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School
Carlton Primary Academy
Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- D Speed Butchers0.9 km
- One Stop0.3 km
- Vavi's Convenience Store0.6 km
- Akram Chemists0.9 km
- Intake 50.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Sun Inn0.7 km
- West Green WMC Ltd0.7 km
- The Olde Bridge Inn0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Bailey's Catering0.6 km
- Jen Jens0.3 km
- Sodexo Limited (Staff Canteen)0.4 km
- Alice's Cafe0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Ashiana0.3 km
- Ocean Fish Bar0.9 km
- Tina's Top Shop0.2 km
- Yorkshire Fried Chicken0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley3.0 km
- Darton6.2 km
- Wombwell6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Fish Dam Lane/King Edward Street0.1 km
- Fish Dam Lane/King Edward Street0.1 km
- Fish Dam Lane/Carr Street0.2 km
- Fish Dam Lane/Preston Way0.2 km
- Fish Dam Lane/Carr Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S712FQ · Data under Open Government Licence