About Barugh

Barugh is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S75. It lies in the rural landscape of the region, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is part of the larger civil parish of Wath upon Dearne and is situated near the town of Rotherham. Barugh has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. The area is known for its traditional English countryside setting, with a mix of residential properties and farmland. The village is accessible via local roads and is within easy reach of nearby towns and amenities. Its location offers a peaceful environment while still being connected to the wider region.

School Ratings in Barugh

Families in Barugh have access to 71 local schools. Gawber Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barugh

Homes sell for an average of £220K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £291K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barugh

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Barugh, with 32 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barugh

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barugh around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barugh

Barugh 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 6,936 sales

Average Price £220K
£3K — £14.4M
Detached £291K 2,572
Semi £165K 2,274
Terraced £126K 1,545
Flat £103K 319

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

51 Primary
5 Secondary
15 Other
Barugh Green Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Darton Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Gawber Primary School Primary Outstanding 1 miles Kexborough Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Darton Academy Secondary Good 1.2 miles Wilthorpe Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Wellgate Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Mapplewell Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Summer Lane Primary Primary 1.6 miles Horizon Community College Secondary 1.7 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Barnsley Primary Good 1.7 miles Dodworth St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barugh IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Barugh are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,450 Children (0-15) 16%
40,192 Working Age 62%
18,984 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Barugh 279 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

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

101 Violence & Sexual Offences
32 Shoplifting
25 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Criminal Damage & Arson
18 Other Theft
16 Drugs
15 Burglary
15 Public Order
15 Vehicle Crime
12 Other Crime
5 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Darton Train Station 1.1 miles
Dodworth Train Station 1.7 miles
Silkstone Common Train Station 3.5 miles
Penistone Train Station 5 miles
Denby Dale Train Station 5.2 miles
Wombwell Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Low Barugh 0 yards Barugh Green 0.6 miles Higham 0.6 miles Gawber 0.9 miles Wilthorpe 0.9 miles Kexbrough 0.9 miles Mapplewell 0.9 miles Higham Common 1.2 miles Pogmoor 1.4 miles Darton 1.4 miles Shaw Lands 1.8 miles Staincross 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Barnsley
Ward Old Town
Constituency Barnsley Central
Parish Barnsley, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S75 30 shown View all streets

A616 1 Adkin Royd 1 Agnes Road 2 Airedale Road 2 Alan Road 2 Albion Close 1 Aldbeck Croft 1 Alder Close 1 Alford Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Allendale Road 4 Alston Close 1 Alton Way 1 Ancote Close 1 Annan Close 1 Appleby Close 1 Ash Dyke Close 1 Ashfield Close 1 Austwick Close 1 Avon Close 1 Bagger Wood Hill 1 Bakehouse Lane 1 Ballfield Avenue 2 Ballfield Lane 11 Bamford Close 1 Bank End Lane 2 Bar Avenue 1 Bar Lane 5 Barcroft Flatt 1 Barden Drive 1

Postcodes in S75 50 shown View all postcodes

S75 1AA S75 1AD S75 1AE S75 1AF S75 1AG S75 1AH S75 1AJ S75 1AL S75 1AN S75 1AP S75 1AQ S75 1AR S75 1AS S75 1AT S75 1AU S75 1AW S75 1AX S75 1AY S75 1AZ S75 1BA S75 1BB S75 1BD S75 1BE S75 1BF S75 1BG S75 1BH S75 1BJ S75 1BL S75 1BN S75 1BP S75 1BQ S75 1BW S75 1DA S75 1DB S75 1DD S75 1DE S75 1DF S75 1DG S75 1DJ S75 1DL S75 1DN S75 1DP S75 1DQ S75 1DR S75 1DS S75 1DT S75 1DU S75 1DW S75 1DX S75 1DY