Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

TOWN LANDS CLOSE, S73 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWN LANDS CLOSE, S73 0BQ.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 36,400 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S73 0BQ 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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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

S73 0BQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 61% 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 26.1% year-on-year.

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

S73 0BQ is a safe, established residential area on Town Lands Close, 0.2km from Low Valley in Wombwell. Administratively it sits within Darfield ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S73 0BQ represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 26.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S73 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00168705 (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 S73 0BQ. The average age is 33.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.9%
Asian / British Asian5.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 65,000

7 sales · Mean £ 65,142

Detached

£ 187,500

17 sales · Mean £ 185,558

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

6 sales · Mean £ 156,833

Terraced

£ 177,500

6 sales · Mean £ 167,500

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

S73 0BQ has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences48
Anti-social behaviour25
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order10
Other crime8

school Local Schools

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St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Good146 pupils0.2 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Darfield

Good214 pupils0.4 km
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Netherwood Academy

Requires Improvement1216 pupils0.7 km
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Upperwood Academy

Good302 pupils1.0 km
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Wombwell Park Street Primary School

Good354 pupils1.1 km
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All Saints Academy Darfield

Good220 pupils1.2 km
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Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre

Outstanding446 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Darfield Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Darfield Super Store1.0 km
  • Darfield Super Save0.9 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Snape Hill Road Convenience Store0.5 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Spice Room Restaurant & Takeaway0.4 km
  • Top Chef0.7 km
  • Darfield Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Elena's Fried Chicken0.9 km
  • Garden Street Bakery0.9 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Queen Victoria0.6 km
  • Wombwell Recreation Centre0.6 km
  • Wombwell Working Mens Club0.6 km
  • The New Sportsman Inn0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • English Tea Rooms0.9 km
  • The Coffee House0.9 km
  • The Greek0.6 km
  • Low Valley Snack Bar0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wombwell2.4 km
  • Elsecar4.3 km
  • Goldthorpe4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Stoneyford Road/Station Road0.1 km
  • Stonyford Road/Station Road0.2 km
  • George Street/Henry Street0.2 km
  • George Street/Milmoor Road0.2 km
  • George Street/Pitt Street0.3 km