Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

VAUGHAN TERRACE, S72 0AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VAUGHAN TERRACE, S72 0AG.

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Population

262

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 32,800 /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: S72 0AG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S72 0AG's 62% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

S72 0AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Vaughan Terrace, 0.5km from Great Houghton in Great Houghton (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within North East ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S72 0AG represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £104k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for S72 0AG are sourced from Output Area E00037272 (shared with 9 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 S72 0AG. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 95,000

7 sales · Mean £ 89,714

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

S72 0AG has low crime rates — 38 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 offences31
Criminal damage and arson8
Vehicle crime7
Burglary5
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Sandhill Primary School

Requires Improvement248 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Morrison's Daily0.4 km
  • ESSAR0.4 km
  • Rotherham Road Pharmacy0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Sandhill Tavern0.8 km
  • Sandhill Golf Clubhouse0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Aziz's Kitchen0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Big Papas0.7 km
  • Pizza Roma II0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thurnscoe3.1 km
  • Goldthorpe3.6 km
  • Bolton-On-Dearne4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street/School Street0.1 km
  • High Street/Pear Tree Close0.1 km
  • High Street/Pinefield Close0.3 km
  • Rotherham Road/Oak Haven Avenue0.3 km
  • High Street/Crabtree Drive0.4 km