Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

STEAD LANE, S74 0AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STEAD LANE, S74 0AB.

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Population

398

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 36,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S74 0AB spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

S74 0AB is a safe, established residential area on Stead Lane, 0.2km from Hoyland Common in Hoyland. Administratively it sits within Rockingham ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S74 0AB represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 0.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S74 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00037494 (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 S74 0AB. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 74,000

3 sales · Mean £ 91,000

Semi-Detached

£ 161,500

3 sales · Mean £ 145,500

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

S74 0AB has low crime rates — 34 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 offences45
Anti-social behaviour23
Vehicle crime16
Burglary15
Public order8

school Local Schools

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West Meadows Primary School

Good240 pupils0.4 km
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Hoyland Common Primary School

Good431 pupils0.5 km
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Kirk Balk Academy

Good1310 pupils0.6 km
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St Helen's Catholic Primary School

Good133 pupils1.1 km
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Hoyland Springwood Primary School

Good146 pupils1.2 km
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Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Good202 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Dearne Valley Farm1.0 km
  • Hoyland Nether W M C1.0 km
  • Hoyland Common W.M.C.0.2 km
  • Hoyland Tap1.0 km
  • Saville Square0.4 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • McDonalds1.0 km
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • The Old House Cafe0.9 km
  • The Salvation Army, Hoyland Common Corps0.2 km
  • Tinkers Cafe0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Family Shopper0.9 km
  • One Stop0.9 km
  • Barn Direct0.1 km
  • Mary's News1.0 km
  • P Butterworth Family Butcher0.1 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Caspers Fish and Chips0.0 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Faisal Asian Takeaway0.1 km
  • Hoyland Deli Sandwich Specialist0.1 km
  • KFC1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elsecar2.1 km
  • Wombwell3.6 km
  • Chapeltown3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Hoyland Road/Stead Lane0.1 km
  • Hoyland Road/Stead Lane0.1 km
  • Hoyland Road/Stoney Croft0.2 km
  • Hoyland Road/Sheffield Road0.2 km
  • Hoyland Road/Fearnley Road0.3 km