Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

HOYLAND ROAD, S74 0LT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOYLAND ROAD, S74 0LT.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 36,700 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S74 0LT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 41, S74 0LT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £116k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

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

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for S74 0LT are sourced from Output Area E00037497 (shared with 7 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 0LT. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 93,000

2 sales · Mean £ 93,000

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

S74 0LT has low crime rates — 43 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 offences44
Anti-social behaviour23
Other theft16
Vehicle crime15
Burglary13

school Local Schools

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Hoyland Common Primary School

Good431 pupils0.3 km
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West Meadows Primary School

Good240 pupils0.5 km
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Kirk Balk Academy

Good1310 pupils0.7 km
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Tankersley St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Good202 pupils1.1 km
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St Helen's Catholic Primary School

Good133 pupils1.3 km
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Hoyland Springwood Primary School

Good146 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Cross Keys Garage0.4 km
  • MFG Hoyland Common0.2 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Barn Direct0.2 km
  • P Butterworth Family Butcher0.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Hare And Hounds Inn0.2 km
  • Tap and Brew0.0 km
  • The Keys0.5 km
  • Dearne Valley Farm0.9 km
  • Hoyland Common W.M.C.0.1 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Dunkin Donuts1.0 km
  • Costa1.0 km
  • McDonalds0.9 km
  • Starbucks0.8 km
  • Taco Bell1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Faisal Asian Takeaway0.0 km
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • Hoyland Deli Sandwich Specialist0.0 km
  • KFC0.9 km
  • Master Fryer0.2 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elsecar2.3 km
  • Chapeltown3.7 km
  • Wombwell3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Hoyland Road/Sheffield Road0.1 km
  • Hoyland Road/Sheffield Road0.2 km
  • Hoyland Road/Stead Lane0.2 km
  • Hoyland Road/Stead Lane0.2 km
  • Sheffield Road/Beaumont Street0.2 km