S71 4HR is a safe, established residential area on Applehaigh View, 0.6km from Wells, The in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k, up 8.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4HR are sourced from Output Area E00037668 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
APPLEHAIGH VIEW, S71 4HR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for APPLEHAIGH VIEW, S71 4HR.
485
43
£ 36,100 /yr
52%
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 4HR — age 43, 92% ownership, 3% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 8.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4HR. The average age is 43.4. 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: 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
£ 156,500
5 sales · Mean £ 144,300
Detached
£ 222,500
12 sales · Mean £ 236,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4HR has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Summerfields Primary Academy
Meadstead Primary Academy
Parkside Primary Academy
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Cherrycakes0.9 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.9 km
- Sweety Delights0.9 km
- Wells Post Office0.9 km
- H I Weldrick0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Alexandra W M C0.7 km
- Cross Inn0.3 km
- Royston W M C0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Homefarm Crafts0.6 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.9 km
- Number 10.9 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Rainbow Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darton4.6 km
- Barnsley5.5 km
- Fitzwilliam6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Summer Lane/Applehaigh View0.1 km
- Summer Lane/Haigh Croft0.1 km
- Summer Lane/Cleveden Way0.1 km
- High Street/West End Avenue0.4 km
- High Street/Summer Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S714HR · Data under Open Government Licence