S71 4EJ is a safe, established residential area on Warren Close, 1.3km from Royston in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
S71 4EJ is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £206k.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4EJ are sourced from Output Area E00037677 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WARREN CLOSE, S71 4EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WARREN CLOSE, S71 4EJ.
461
39
£ 36,100 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S71 4EJ 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
S71 4EJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 48% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4EJ. The average age is 39.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 206,000
1 sales · Mean £ 206,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4EJ has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Parkside Primary Academy
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
Meadstead Primary Academy
Summerfields Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Royston W M C0.8 km
- Ring O' Bells1.0 km
- Royston Midland Wmc0.5 km
- Pocket Snooker Club0.3 km
- Royston Railwaymen Sports Club0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Central Cafe0.3 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.8 km
- Number 10.8 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China Town0.3 km
- Albions0.5 km
- Della Pizza0.3 km
- Rainbow Express0.9 km
- Royston Pizza0.3 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Wells Post Office0.9 km
- Cherrycakes0.7 km
- Cross Lane Express0.9 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.9 km
- One Stop0.3 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fitzwilliam5.7 km
- Barnsley5.9 km
- Darton5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Midland Road/Park View0.3 km
- Midland Road/Godley Street0.3 km
- Midland Road/Godley Street0.3 km
- Park View/Midland Road0.3 km
- Midland Road/Milgate Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S714EJ · Data under Open Government Licence