Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

CALDER AVENUE, S71 4AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALDER AVENUE, S71 4AS.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 33,000 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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10/10
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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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences39
Anti-social behaviour20
Vehicle crime9
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Royston St John Baptist CE Primary

Good194 pupils0.7 km
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Parkside Primary Academy

Good266 pupils0.9 km
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Outwood Academy Carlton

Good1087 pupils1.2 km
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Meadstead Primary Academy

Requires Improvement235 pupils1.4 km
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Carlton Primary Academy

Requires Improvement315 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Central Cafe0.6 km
  • Happy Cha & Sushi0.9 km
  • Number 10.9 km
  • Ruby's Ice Cream0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda0.5 km
fastfood

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
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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