S71 4FN is a safe, established residential area on Melton Way, 1.0km from Wells, The in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
For families considering a move, S71 4FN represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k, up 0.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4FN are sourced from Output Area E00037702 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MELTON WAY, S71 4FN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELTON WAY, S71 4FN.
346
42
£ 36,100 /yr
59%
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 4FN — age 42, 91% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 4FN. The average age is 42.1. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 225,000
6 sales · Mean £ 233,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4FN has low crime rates — 35 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
Summerfields Primary Academy
Meadstead Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Royston W M C0.7 km
- Alexandra W M C0.8 km
- Cross Inn0.9 km
- Ring O' Bells1.0 km
- Royston Midland Wmc0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Central Cafe0.4 km
- Homefarm Crafts0.8 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.7 km
- Number 10.7 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.5 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Co-operative0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China Town0.6 km
- Albions0.5 km
- Della Pizza0.4 km
- Rainbow Express0.7 km
- Royston Pizza0.5 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Wells Post Office0.7 km
- Cherrycakes0.5 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.7 km
- One Stop0.4 km
- Sweety Delights0.7 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darton5.6 km
- Barnsley5.8 km
- Fitzwilliam6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Midland Road/Strawberry Gardens0.4 km
- Midland Road/Health Centre0.4 km
- Midland Road/Milgate Street0.4 km
- Station Road/Newtown Avenue0.5 km
- Midland Road/Park View0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: S714FN · Data under Open Government Licence