S71 4RA is a safe, established residential area on High Street, 0.4km from Royston in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
For families considering a move, S71 4RA represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4RA are sourced from Output Area E00037686 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, S71 4RA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, S71 4RA.
367
38
£ 36,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S71 4RA 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 4RA 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4RA. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S71 4RA is moderate at 50 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
Parkside Primary Academy
Royston St John Baptist CE Primary
Meadstead Primary Academy
Summerfields Primary Academy
Outwood Academy Carlton
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Royston W M C0.1 km
- Alexandra W M C0.2 km
- Cross Inn0.6 km
- Ring O' Bells0.4 km
- Royston Midland Wmc0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Central Cafe0.6 km
- Homefarm Crafts0.3 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi0.1 km
- Number 10.1 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream0.1 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.7 km
- Aldi0.3 km
- Co-operative0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China Town0.9 km
- Albions0.4 km
- Della Pizza0.6 km
- Rainbow Express0.0 km
- Royston Pizza0.7 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Wells Post Office0.0 km
- Cherrycakes0.2 km
- Cross Lane Express1.0 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.0 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barnsley5.1 km
- Darton5.2 km
- Fitzwilliam6.5 km
Bus Stops
- High Street/Station Road0.0 km
- High Street/Redwood Avenue0.1 km
- Church Street/Vicarage Lane0.1 km
- Midland Road/Station Road0.1 km
- Church Street/Midland Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: S714RA · Data under Open Government Licence