Is S72 9JX a safe place to live?

Yes, S72 9JX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S72 9JX?

The average property price in S72 9JX is currently around £190k.

What is the population of S72 9JX?

The population for the S72 9JX area is approximately 275 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

BARNSLEY ROAD, S72 9JX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNSLEY ROAD, S72 9JX.

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

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Population

275

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 32,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S72 9JX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10

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6/10

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3/10

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8/10

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4/10

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3/10

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1/10

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6/10

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6/10

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Area Character

S72 9JX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 74% 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.

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

S72 9JX is a safe, established residential area on Barnsley Road, 1.0km from Shafton Two Gates in Brierley. Administratively it sits within North East ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S72 9JX represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for S72 9JX are sourced from Output Area E00037153 (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 9JX. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 190,000

1 sales · Mean £ 190,000

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

S72 9JX has low crime rates — 14 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 offences13

Criminal damage and arson3

Public order2

Vehicle crime2

Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Outstanding207 pupils0.9 km

Shafton Primary Academy

Good272 pupils1.0 km

Outwood Academy Shafton

Good1378 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Brierley Village Club0.7 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Brierley Off Licence and General Store0.7 km
Brierley Post Office0.5 km
Go Local Extra (Shafton Costcutter)1.0 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Huberys Fish & Chips0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Fitzwilliam4.4 km
Moorthorpe5.7 km
South Elmsall7.0 km

Bus Stops

Barnsley Road/Regina Crescent0.0 km
Barnsley Road/Regina Crescent0.1 km
Cross Hill/Haldane Close0.4 km
Cross Hill/Haldane Close0.4 km
Church Street/Grange Road0.5 km