S73 0EF is a safe, established residential area on Hough Lane, 0.7km from Lund Hill in Wombwell. Administratively it sits within Wombwell ward and the Barnsley East constituency.
For families considering a move, S73 0EF represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £106k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 118.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S73 0EF are sourced from Output Area E00037766 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOUGH LANE, S73 0EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOUGH LANE, S73 0EF.
288
37
£ 36,400 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S73 0EF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S73 0EF's 70% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 118.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S73 0EF. The average age is 36.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 87,500
41 sales · Mean £ 91,390
Flat
£ 76,500
3 sales · Mean £ 73,666
Semi-Detached
£ 54,000
1 sales · Mean £ 54,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S73 0EF has low crime rates — 48 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.
school Local Schools
Kings Oak Primary Learning Centre
Wombwell Park Street Primary School
High View Primary Learning Centre
The Ellis Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
Netherwood Academy
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Card Factory0.5 km
- H Potter & Son0.4 km
- Heron Foods Ltd0.5 km
- Hough Lane Stores0.5 km
- Kings Road News0.4 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Anglers Rest0.7 km
- Conservative & Unionist Club0.6 km
- Hillies Golf Course0.4 km
- KG's Sports Bar & Social Club0.4 km
- Prince Of Wales0.4 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Coffee Thyme0.5 km
- Mrs Hudson's0.6 km
- Balti Palace0.5 km
- English Tea Rooms0.6 km
- China Lantern0.5 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Catch Fish & Chips0.7 km
- Flying Pizza & Taste of India0.5 km
- KungFu Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Pizza Palace0.4 km
- Pizza Top0.5 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wombwell1.0 km
- Elsecar2.8 km
- Bolton-On-Dearne6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hough Lane/Winders Place0.0 km
- Hough Lane/Winders Place0.0 km
- Hough Lane/Winders Place0.0 km
- Wright Crescent0.2 km
- Hough Lane/Kings Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S730EF · Data under Open Government Licence