S71 4NJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Royston in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4NJ are sourced from Output Area E00037685 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S71 4NJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S71 4NJ.
314
41
£ 33,000 /yr
53%
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 4NJ — age 41, 80% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4NJ. The average age is 40.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S71 4NJ is moderate at 59 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
Parkside Primary Academy
Meadstead Primary Academy
Outwood Academy Carlton
Summerfields Primary Academy
Carlton Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Cherrycakes0.5 km
- Cross Lane Express0.7 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.5 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Sweety Delights0.4 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Alexandra W M C0.6 km
- Ring O' Bells0.0 km
- Royston Midland Wmc0.8 km
- Royston W M C0.4 km
- Pocket Snooker Club0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Homefarm Crafts0.7 km
- Central Cafe0.6 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.4 km
- Number 10.4 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.4 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Co-operative0.6 km
- Asda0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Albions0.5 km
- Della Pizza0.6 km
- Rainbow Express0.5 km
- Royston Pizza0.7 km
- Yummy House0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley5.0 km
- Darton5.5 km
- Fitzwilliam6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Royston Lane/Church Hill0.1 km
- Royston Lane/Church Hill0.1 km
- Church Street/Chantry Grove0.1 km
- Church Hill/Park View0.3 km
- Royston Lane/Kirk Cross Crescent0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S714NJ · Data under Open Government Licence