S71 4RU is a safe, established residential area on Little Westfields, 0.8km from Applehaigh View 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. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4RU are sourced from Output Area E00037672 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LITTLE WESTFIELDS, S71 4RU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITTLE WESTFIELDS, S71 4RU.
277
43
£ 36,100 /yr
49%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S71 4RU spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4RU. The average age is 42.8. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4RU has low crime rates — 34 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
6 nearby- McQuillans Family Butchers0.9 km
- Wells Post Office0.9 km
- H I Weldrick0.7 km
- High Street Stores0.4 km
- Royston Food & Wine0.7 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Alexandra W M C0.7 km
- Cross Inn0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Homefarm Crafts0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Rainbow Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darton4.4 km
- Barnsley5.2 km
- Fitzwilliam7.1 km
Bus Stops
- High Street/West End Avenue0.3 km
- Summer Lane/Haigh Croft0.3 km
- Summer Lane/Applehaigh View0.3 km
- Summer Lane/Cleveden Way0.4 km
- Lee Lane/Applehaigh View0.4 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: S714RU · Data under Open Government Licence