S71 3BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Athersley North in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within St Helens ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S71 3BS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 35 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 3BS are sourced from Output Area E00037136 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S71 3BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S71 3BS.
515
35
£ 27,700 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S71 3BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
S71 3BS has a significant social housing presence — 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 35-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 3BS. The average age is 34.9. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S71 3BS is above average at 108 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
Laithes Primary School
Athersley South Primary School
Athersley North Primary School
Springwell Alternative Academy
Springwell Special Academy
Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Lotties Deli Delight0.5 km
- Nisa Local0.5 km
- Rotherham Road Convenience Store0.5 km
- Poundstretcher Ltd0.5 km
- R & D Hill Chemist Ltd0.7 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative0.4 km
- Farmfoods0.7 km
- One Stop1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- The Wing Mans Fried Chicken0.4 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- Lindhurst Fisheries0.4 km
- Parmesan House0.6 km
- The Codfather0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Athersley Social Club0.2 km
- New Lodge Working Mens Club0.4 km
- Barnsley Bowl0.9 km
- Carlton & Smithies Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Chloe's Crust Cafe0.7 km
- Royal Cafe0.3 km
- Snack Stop0.8 km
- Ad Astra Barnsley CIC0.8 km
- Community Shop Ltd0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley2.8 km
- Darton4.0 km
- Dodworth5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Wingfield Road/Monsal Crescent0.1 km
- Wingfield Road/Laithes Lane0.2 km
- Wingfield Road/Riber Avenue0.2 km
- Wingfield Road/Monsal Crescent0.2 km
- Laithes Lane/Wingfield Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S713BS · Data under Open Government Licence