S71 4RY is a safe, established residential area on West Grove, 0.8km from Royston in Royston (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within Royston ward and the Barnsley Central constituency.
For families considering a move, S71 4RY represents 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 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for S71 4RY are sourced from Output Area E00037683 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST GROVE, S71 4RY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST GROVE, S71 4RY.
434
40
£ 36,100 /yr
48%
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.
Area Character
S71 4RY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S71 4RY. 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
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
£ 115,000
2 sales · Mean £ 115,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S71 4RY has low crime rates — 41 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
8 nearby- Cherrycakes1.0 km
- McQuillans Family Butchers0.9 km
- Sweety Delights1.0 km
- Wells Post Office0.9 km
- H I Weldrick0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Alexandra W M C0.7 km
- Cross Inn0.3 km
- Royston W M C1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Homefarm Crafts0.6 km
- Happy Cha & Sushi1.0 km
- Number 11.0 km
- Ruby's Ice Cream1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.6 km
- Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Rainbow Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darton4.4 km
- Barnsley5.1 km
- Fitzwilliam7.1 km
Bus Stops
- High Street/West End Avenue0.2 km
- Lee Lane/Applehaigh View0.3 km
- High Street/Summer Lane0.3 km
- Summer Lane/Haigh Croft0.4 km
- Summer Lane/Applehaigh View0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S714RY · Data under Open Government Licence