Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

LEE LANE, S71 4RT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEE LANE, S71 4RT.

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Population

434

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates S71 4RT — age 40, 74% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £335k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S71 4RT is a safe, established residential area on Lee Lane, 0.9km 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. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £335k.

Census 2021 statistics for S71 4RT are sourced from Output Area E00037683 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4RT. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 317,500

7 sales · Mean £ 307,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S71 4RT has low crime rates — 39 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.

Violence and sexual offences42
Criminal damage and arson17
Other theft8
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour5

school Local Schools

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Summerfields Primary Academy

Requires Improvement212 pupils0.6 km
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Meadstead Primary Academy

Requires Improvement235 pupils0.6 km
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Parkside Primary Academy

Good266 pupils1.1 km
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Royston St John Baptist CE Primary

Good194 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Alexandra W M C0.8 km
  • Cross Inn0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Homefarm Crafts0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Co-operative0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • H I Weldrick0.8 km
  • High Street Stores0.5 km
  • Royston Food & Wine1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darton4.2 km
  • Barnsley5.0 km
  • Dodworth7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Lee Lane/Applehaigh View0.1 km
  • High Street/West End Avenue0.4 km
  • Meadstead Drive/Manor Grove0.5 km