Is S72 0BJ a safe place to live?

Yes, S72 0BJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 38 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S72 0BJ?

The average property price in S72 0BJ is currently around £105k.

What is the population of S72 0BJ?

The population for the S72 0BJ area is approximately 262 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

PEAR TREE CLOSE, S72 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PEAR TREE CLOSE, S72 0BJ.

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Population

262

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Avg Age

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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 0BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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1/10

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3/10

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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

Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 43, S72 0BJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £105k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S72 0BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pear Tree Close, 0.6km from Great Houghton in Great Houghton (Barnsley). Administratively it sits within North East ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 £105k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for S72 0BJ 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 0BJ. 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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 105,000

2 sales · Mean £ 105,000

Detached

£ 125,000

1 sales · Mean £ 125,000

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

S72 0BJ 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 offences30

Criminal damage and arson8

Vehicle crime7

Burglary5

Other theft5

school Local Schools

Sandhill Primary School

Requires Improvement248 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Morrison's Daily0.5 km
ESSAR0.5 km
Rotherham Road Pharmacy0.5 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 Papas0.8 km
Pizza Roma II0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Thurnscoe3.2 km
Goldthorpe3.7 km
Bolton-On-Dearne4.9 km

Bus Stops

High Street/Pear Tree Close0.0 km
High Street/School Street0.1 km
High Street/Pinefield Close0.3 km
Rotherham Road/Oak Haven Avenue0.4 km
High Street/Crabtree Drive0.4 km