About Barnsley

Barnsley is a town in South Yorkshire, England, located within the S70 postcode area. It lies in the heart of the historic coalfield region and has a long tradition in mining and heavy industry. The town centre features a mix of Victorian and modern architecture, with a market square that remains a focal point for local commerce. Barnsley is well connected by road and rail, making it accessible from nearby cities such as Sheffield and Leeds. The town has several parks and green spaces, including the popular Barnsley Park, which offers walking paths and recreational facilities. While the town has undergone significant regeneration in recent years, it retains a strong sense of community and local identity. Its proximity to the Pennines provides opportunities for outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside.

School Ratings in Barnsley

Families in Barnsley have access to 83 local schools. The Forest Academy, Hunningley Primary Academy and Trinity Academy St. Edwards are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barnsley

Homes sell for an average of £172K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £144K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barnsley

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barnsley, with 177 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barnsley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barnsley within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barnsley

Barnsley benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 29,669 sales

Average Price £172K
£200 — £15.81M
Detached £257K 6,973
Semi £144K 10,758
Terraced £105K 9,617
Flat £89K 1,207

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

61 Primary
7 Secondary
15 Other
Queens Road Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Oakwell Rise Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Shawlands Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Joseph Locke Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley Primary Good 0.7 miles Summer Lane Primary Primary 0.7 miles Burton Road Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Worsbrough Common Family Centre 0.9 miles Worsbrough Common Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Horizon Community College Secondary 1 miles Greenacre School 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barnsley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barnsley experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,936 Children (0-15) 18%
35,389 Working Age 64%
13,685 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 25% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barnsley 1,424 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Barnsley is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a city with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

520 Violence & Sexual Offences
177 Anti-Social Behaviour
141 Criminal Damage & Arson
97 Public Order
94 Shoplifting
82 Burglary
82 Vehicle Crime
76 Other Theft
61 Other Crime
52 Drugs
18 Robbery
15 Weapons
5 Bicycle Theft
4 Theft from Person
Local Policing
South Yorkshire Barnsley Central Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Dodworth Train Station 1.6 miles
Darton Train Station 3.2 miles
Wombwell Train Station 3.7 miles
Silkstone Common Train Station 3.9 miles
Elsecar Train Station 4.3 miles
Penistone Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shaw Lands 0.6 miles Kingstone 0.9 miles Pogmoor 1.2 miles Hoyle Mill 1.2 miles Ward Green 1.2 miles Worsbrough Common 1.2 miles Keresforth Hill 1.4 miles Gawber 1.4 miles Wilthorpe 1.4 miles Monk Bretton 1.4 miles Measborough Dike 1.4 miles Kendray 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Barnsley
Ward Dearne South
Constituency Wentworth and Dearne
Parish Barnsley, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in Barnsley 30 shown View all streets

A616 1 A635 1 Abbey Farm View 1 Abbey Grove 1 Abbey Lane 2 Abbots Close 1 Abbots Road 4 Aberford Grove 1 Acacia Grove 1 Acorn Way 3 Acre Road 1 Adkin Royd 1 Agnes Road 4 Agnes Terrace 2 Ainsdale Close 1 Ainsdale Court 1 Ainsdale Road 2 Airedale Road 2 Aireton Road 1 Alan Road 2 Alba Close 1 Albany Close 2 Albert Street 4 Albert Street East 3 Albion Close 1 Albion Road 1 Albion Terrace 1 Aldbeck Croft 1 Alder Close 1 Alder Grove 1

Postcodes in Barnsley 50 shown View all postcodes

S70 1AA S70 1AH S70 1AL S70 1AP S70 1AQ S70 1AR S70 1AT S70 1AW S70 1AX S70 1AY S70 1BA S70 1BB S70 1BD S70 1BG S70 1BH S70 1BL S70 1BN S70 1BP S70 1BW S70 1BY S70 1DF S70 1DL S70 1DR S70 1ED S70 1EG S70 1EQ S70 1FA S70 1GW S70 1HA S70 1HB S70 1HD S70 1HE S70 1HG S70 1HH S70 1HP S70 1HS S70 1HU S70 1HX S70 1HY S70 1JA S70 1JB S70 1JD S70 1JE S70 1JF S70 1JG S70 1JH S70 1JJ S70 1JL S70 1JN S70 1JP