S72 9HQ is a safe, established residential area on Grange Close, 0.9km from Pudding Hill in Brierley. Administratively it sits within North East ward and the Barnsley East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k, up 2.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S72 9HQ are sourced from Output Area E00037142 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRANGE CLOSE, S72 9HQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRANGE CLOSE, S72 9HQ.
546
37
£ 32,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S72 9HQ spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 2.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S72 9HQ. The average age is 37.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 215,000
3 sales · Mean £ 216,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S72 9HQ has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Shafton Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Brierley Village Club0.3 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Brierley Off Licence and General Store0.3 km
- Brierley Post Office0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Huberys Fish & Chips0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fitzwilliam4.3 km
- Moorthorpe5.3 km
- South Elmsall6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Church Street/Grange Road0.1 km
- Church Street/Grange Road0.1 km
- Church Street/Church Court0.2 km
- Church Street/Church Drive0.2 km
- Cross Hill/Haldane Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S729HQ · Data under Open Government Licence