S71 4AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Calder Avenue, 1.2km from Royston in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 3.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4AS are sourced from Output Area E00037685 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CALDER AVENUE, S71 4AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALDER AVENUE, S71 4AS.
314
41
£ 33,000 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates S71 4AS — age 41, 80% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £140k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 3.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4AS. The average age is 40.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 133,750
14 sales · Mean £ 130,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4AS has low crime rates — 31 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
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
Parkside Primary Academy
Outwood Academy Carlton
Meadstead Primary Academy
Carlton Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Royston W M C0.9 km
- Ring O' Bells0.7 km
- Royston Midland Wmc0.3 km
- Pocket Snooker Club0.6 km
- Royston Railwaymen Sports Club0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Central Cafe0.6 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.9 km
- Number 10.9 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China Town0.5 km
- Albions0.7 km
- Della Pizza0.6 km
- Rainbow Express1.0 km
- Royston Pizza0.6 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Wells Post Office1.0 km
- Cherrycakes0.8 km
- Cross Lane Express0.1 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers1.0 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley5.4 km
- Fitzwilliam5.8 km
- Darton6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Cross Lane/Calder Avenue0.1 km
- Cross Lane/Calder Avenue0.1 km
- Cross Lane/Bisley Close0.1 km
- Cross Lane/East End Crescent0.2 km
- Church Hill/Meadow Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S714AS · Data under Open Government Licence