S71 4JR is a safe, established residential area on Jesmond Avenue, 0.3km 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 non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £195k, down 45.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4JR are sourced from Output Area E00037686 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
JESMOND AVENUE, S71 4JR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JESMOND AVENUE, S71 4JR.
367
38
£ 36,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S71 4JR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
S71 4JR is an established family neighbourhood — 66% 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 down 45.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4JR. The average age is 38.1. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 195,000
4 sales · Mean £ 181,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S71 4JR is moderate at 52 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
Meadstead Primary Academy
Parkside Primary Academy
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
Summerfields Primary Academy
Outwood Academy Carlton
Carlton Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Royston W M C0.3 km
- Alexandra W M C0.1 km
- Cross Inn0.5 km
- Ring O' Bells0.5 km
- Pocket Snooker Club0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Central Cafe0.8 km
- Homefarm Crafts0.2 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.3 km
- Number 10.3 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.3 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda1.0 km
- Aldi0.1 km
- Co-operative0.1 km
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Wells Post Office0.2 km
- Cherrycakes0.4 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.2 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Sweety Delights0.3 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Albions0.6 km
- Della Pizza0.8 km
- Rainbow Express0.2 km
- Royston Pizza0.9 km
- Yummy House1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley5.0 km
- Darton5.0 km
- Fitzwilliam6.7 km
Bus Stops
- High Street/Redwood Avenue0.1 km
- High Street/Hallcroft Rise0.2 km
- High Street/Station Road0.2 km
- High Street/Oakwood Road0.2 km
- Church Street/Vicarage Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S714JR · Data under Open Government Licence