Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

STATION ROAD, S73 0BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, S73 0BW.

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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 0BW 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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2/10
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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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9/10
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Area Character

S73 0BW 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 up 7.8% year-on-year.

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

S73 0BW is a safe, established residential area on Station Road, 0.1km from Elliots Terrace in Wombwell. Administratively it sits within Darfield ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S73 0BW 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £91k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 7.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S73 0BW 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 0BW. 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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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 91,072

1 sales · Mean £ 91,072

Terraced

£ 79,750

2 sales · Mean £ 79,750

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

S73 0BW has low crime rates — 35 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 offences37
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson11
Public order8
Other crime6

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 pupils0.6 km
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Netherwood Academy

Requires Improvement1216 pupils0.7 km
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Wombwell Park Street Primary School

Good354 pupils0.8 km
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Upperwood Academy

Good302 pupils1.2 km
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Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre

Outstanding446 pupils1.2 km
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All Saints Academy Darfield

Good220 pupils1.4 km
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High View Primary Learning Centre

Outstanding468 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • Spice Room Restaurant & Takeaway0.7 km
  • Top Chef0.9 km
  • BFC0.9 km
  • Darfield Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Delicious0.9 km
  • + 14 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Balti Palace0.9 km
  • English Tea Rooms0.7 km
  • China Lantern0.8 km
  • Linda's Cafe0.9 km
  • The Courtyard0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Candy Smith0.8 km
  • Kings Delicatessen0.8 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Smiths Fruit & Veg0.8 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Locky's Bar0.8 km
  • Queen Victoria0.8 km
  • The George0.9 km
  • The Old Town Hall0.8 km
  • Wombwell Recreation Centre0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wombwell2.2 km
  • Elsecar4.1 km
  • Goldthorpe5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Stonyford Road/Station Road0.1 km
  • Stoneyford Road/Station Road0.1 km
  • Station Road/Valley Road0.3 km
  • Station Road/Valley Road0.3 km
  • George Street/Henry Street0.3 km