S72 0BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashwood Grove, 1.0km 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 0BB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 15.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S72 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00037265 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHWOOD GROVE, S72 0BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHWOOD GROVE, S72 0BB.
241
52
£ 32,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S72 0BB 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
S72 0BB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 83% 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. Property prices are trending down 15.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S72 0BB. The average age is 52.2. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 130,000
7 sales · Mean £ 146,857
Terraced
£ 148,900
2 sales · Mean £ 148,900
Detached
£ 172,000
1 sales · Mean £ 172,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S72 0BB has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Sandhill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Morrison's Daily0.9 km
- ESSAR0.9 km
- Rotherham Road Pharmacy0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Aziz's Kitchen0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Pizza Roma II0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thurnscoe3.5 km
- Goldthorpe4.0 km
- Moorthorpe5.1 km
Bus Stops
- High Street/Crabtree Drive0.1 km
- High Street/Pear Tree Close0.5 km
- High Street/School Street0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: S720BB · Data under Open Government Licence