Postcode Analysis Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber

WATSON STREET, S74 0SA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATSON STREET, S74 0SA.

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Population

347

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Avg Age

37

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

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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S74 0SA's 70% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 7.1% year-on-year.

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

S74 0SA is a safe, established residential area on Watson Street, 0.3km from Hoyland Common in Hoyland. Administratively it sits within Rockingham ward and the Barnsley East constituency.

For families considering a move, S74 0SA 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k, up 7.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S74 0SA are sourced from Output Area E00037499 (shared with 14 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 0SA. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 135,000

11 sales · Mean £ 165,181

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

S74 0SA has low crime rates — 42 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour22
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 pupils0.6 km
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Kirk Balk Academy

Good1310 pupils0.8 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 Common0.1 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Barn Direct0.2 km
  • P Butterworth Family Butcher0.1 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Hare And Hounds Inn0.2 km
  • Tap and Brew0.1 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 Donuts0.9 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 Takeaway0.1 km
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • Hoyland Deli Sandwich Specialist0.1 km
  • KFC0.9 km
  • Master Fryer0.2 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elsecar2.3 km
  • Chapeltown3.7 km
  • Wombwell3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Hoyland Road/Sheffield Road0.1 km
  • Hoyland Road/Sheffield Road0.1 km
  • Sheffield Road/Beaumont Street0.1 km
  • Sheffield Road/Hoyland Road0.2 km
  • Tankersley Lane/Sheffield Road0.2 km