Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

BERRY DRIVE, S71 4GB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BERRY DRIVE, S71 4GB.

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Population

251

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

S71 4GB is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 73.5% year-on-year.

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

S71 4GB is a safe, established residential area on Berry Drive, 0.8km from Royston in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. 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 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £199k, up 73.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S71 4GB are sourced from Output Area E00180000 (shared with 8 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 4GB. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 230,950

10 sales · Mean £ 223,379

Semi-Detached

£ 134,000

17 sales · Mean £ 133,341

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S71 4GB has low crime rates — 49 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 offences89
Anti-social behaviour34
Public order31
Shoplifting31
Criminal damage and arson25

school Local Schools

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Parkside Primary Academy

Good266 pupils0.2 km
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Royston St John Baptist CE Primary

Good194 pupils0.3 km
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Meadstead Primary Academy

Requires Improvement235 pupils0.7 km
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Summerfields Primary Academy

Requires Improvement212 pupils0.8 km
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Outwood Academy Carlton

Good1087 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Royston W M C0.3 km
  • Alexandra W M C0.5 km
  • Cross Inn0.7 km
  • Ring O' Bells0.6 km
  • Royston Midland Wmc0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Central Cafe0.3 km
  • Homefarm Crafts0.5 km
  • Happy Cha & Sushi0.3 km
  • Number 10.3 km
  • Ruby's Ice Cream0.3 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda0.5 km
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Co-operative0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • China Town0.6 km
  • Albions0.1 km
  • Della Pizza0.3 km
  • Rainbow Express0.3 km
  • Royston Pizza0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Wells Post Office0.3 km
  • Cherrycakes0.1 km
  • Cross Lane Express0.9 km
  • McQuillans Family Butchers0.3 km
  • One Stop0.3 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darton5.4 km
  • Barnsley5.4 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Midland Road/Jack Close Orchard0.1 km
  • Midland Road/Jack Close Orchard0.1 km
  • Midland Road/Strawberry Gardens0.1 km
  • Midland Road/Health Centre0.2 km
  • Midland Road/Station Road0.2 km