S71 4HG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Station Road, 0.7km from Wells, The in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
For families considering a move, S71 4HG represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4HG are sourced from Output Area E00037703 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STATION ROAD, S71 4HG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, S71 4HG.
270
51
£ 36,100 /yr
36%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
S71 4HG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 92% 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 4HG. The average age is 50.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 133,000
3 sales · Mean £ 137,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4HG has low crime rates — 16 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
Summerfields Primary Academy
Parkside Primary Academy
Meadstead Primary Academy
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Royston W M C0.6 km
- Alexandra W M C0.6 km
- Cross Inn0.4 km
- Pocket Snooker Club0.8 km
- The Pack Horse0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Central Cafe0.8 km
- Homefarm Crafts0.5 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.6 km
- Number 10.6 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.6 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.9 km
- Aldi0.6 km
- Co-operative0.6 km
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Wells Post Office0.6 km
- Cherrycakes0.5 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.6 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Sweety Delights0.6 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Albions0.7 km
- Della Pizza0.8 km
- Rainbow Express0.6 km
- Royston Pizza0.9 km
- Yummy House0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darton5.1 km
- Barnsley5.6 km
- Fitzwilliam6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Station Road/Newtown Avenue0.0 km
- Station Road/Newtown Avenue0.1 km
- Station Road/Oakwood Road0.3 km
- Station Road/Summer Lane0.3 km
- Station Road/Oakwood Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S714HG · Data under Open Government Licence