About Burncross

Burncross is a small settlement located in South Yorkshire, within the county of England. It lies in the S35 postcode area and is situated near the border with Derbyshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including semi-detached and terraced homes. Burncross is close to the A61 road, which provides access to nearby towns such as Sheffield and Chesterfield. The local environment includes green spaces and footpaths, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. While it is not a large community, Burncross maintains a sense of local character with a few local amenities, including a small shop and a community hall. The area is part of the larger Barnsley borough and is known for its proximity to the Pennine hills, which influence the surrounding landscape.

School Ratings in Burncross

Families in Burncross have access to 122 local schools. Oughtibridge Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Burncross

Homes sell for an average of £244K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £202K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burncross

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Burncross, with 38 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Burncross

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burncross 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 Burncross

Burncross 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 5,191 sales

Average Price £244K
£195 — £25.81M
Detached £329K 1,392
Semi £202K 1,918
Terraced £161K 1,174
Flat £118K 352

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

78 Primary
12 Secondary
32 Other
Lound Infant School Primary Good 0.3 miles Windmill Hill Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Greengate Lane Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Lound Junior School Primary Good 0.5 miles Chapeltown 0.5 miles Paces School for Conductive Education Good 0.6 miles Coit Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Mary's Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Angram Bank Family Hub Network Site Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Angram Bank Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles High Green Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Ecclesfield School Secondary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Burncross IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Burncross 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
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,062 Children (0-15) 16%
33,802 Working Age 60%
17,965 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.9% 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 Burncross 169 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Burncross 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.

40 Violence & Sexual Offences
38 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Shoplifting
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Vehicle Crime
12 Other Theft
8 Burglary
6 Other Crime
5 Public Order
4 Drugs
2 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
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

Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station 0.7 miles
Elsecar Train Station 3.8 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 4.3 miles
Wombwell Train Station 4.5 miles
Silkstone Common Train Station 5.5 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 5.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Charltonbrook 0 yards Lane End 0.6 miles Chapeltown 0.6 miles Mortomley 0.6 miles Warren 0.9 miles Barnes Hall 0.9 miles Wood Seats 0.9 miles Potter Hill 0.9 miles High Green 0.9 miles Whitley 1.2 miles Hood Hill 1.4 miles Ecclesfield 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sheffield
Ward Stannington
Constituency Sheffield, Hallam
Parish Bradfield
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S35 30 shown View all streets

A61 2 A6102 3 A616 3 Acacia Avenue 1 Acorn Court 1 Aire Close 1 Albany Avenue 1 Allen Gardens 2 Alma Road 1 Angram Road 2 Angram View 1 Annat Place 1 Anvil Crescent 1 Arncliffe Drive 1 Arundel Road 5 Ashbourne Grove 1 Ashwood Close 1 Aspen Road 2 Astwell Gardens 1 Avon Grove 1 Backfield Rise 1 Bagger Wood Road 2 Bank Lane 1 Bank Side 1 Barnes Hall Road 3 Bedford Road 1 Beechfern Close 1 Beely Road 2 Bellamy Close 2 Belmont Avenue 1

Postcodes in S35 50 shown View all postcodes

S35 0AA S35 0AB S35 0AD S35 0AE S35 0AF S35 0AG S35 0AH S35 0AJ S35 0AL S35 0AN S35 0AP S35 0AQ S35 0AR S35 0AS S35 0AT S35 0AU S35 0AW S35 0AX S35 0AY S35 0AZ S35 0BA S35 0BB S35 0BD S35 0BE S35 0BF S35 0BG S35 0BH S35 0BJ S35 0BL S35 0BN S35 0BQ S35 0BS S35 0BT S35 0BU S35 0BX S35 0BY S35 0BZ S35 0DA S35 0DB S35 0DD S35 0DE S35 0DF S35 0DG S35 0DH S35 0DJ S35 0DL S35 0DN S35 0DP S35 0DQ S35 0DR