Is S72 8BW a safe place to live?

Yes, S72 8BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 49 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S72 8BW?

The average property price in S72 8BW is currently around £360k.

What is the population of S72 8BW?

The population for the S72 8BW area is approximately 265 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

ROYSTON ROAD, S72 8BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROYSTON ROAD, S72 8BW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

265

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 33,200 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10

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7/10

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5/10

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4/10

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2/10

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4/10

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1/10

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10/10

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10/10

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Area Character

S72 8BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 94% 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 up 23.4% year-on-year.

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

S72 8BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Royston Road, 0.5km from Weetshaw Lane in Barnsley. Administratively it sits within Cudworth ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in S72, S72 8BW offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £360k, up 23.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S72 8BW are sourced from Output Area E00037232 (shared with 8 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 8BW. The average age is 53.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 335,000

8 sales · Mean £ 328,125

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

S72 8BW has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime5

Burglary3

Violence and sexual offences2

Criminal damage and arson1

Drugs1

school Local Schools

Cherry Dale Primary School

Outstanding311 pupils0.8 km

Shafton Primary Academy

Good272 pupils1.1 km

Churchfield Primary School

Good423 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Cudworth Industrial Sports & Social Club0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Royal Tandoori0.8 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Rushy's Cafe0.7 km
Drummond's Cafe0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Premier0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Barnsley5.3 km
Fitzwilliam5.8 km
Darton7.2 km

Bus Stops

Royston Road/Sherwood Way0.1 km
Royston Road/Sherwood Way0.1 km
Weetshaw Lane/Royston Road0.1 km
Weetshaw Lane/Royston Road0.1 km
Weetshaw Lane/Bateman Close0.2 km