About Carr

Carr is a small settlement located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S66. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. There are no major landmarks or attractions in Carr itself, but it is close to the town of Barnsley, which offers local amenities and services. The village is accessible by road, with the A628 and A630 providing connections to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding landscape is typical of South Yorkshire, with rolling hills and fields, and the community maintains a quiet, close-knit atmosphere. Carr is part of the wider Barnsley district and falls within the historic boundaries of Yorkshire.

School Ratings in Carr

Carr is served by 87 schools. Flanderwell Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carr

Property prices average £188K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £155K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carr

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Carr, with 61 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carr

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carr falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Carr

Most properties in Carr can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,308 sales

Average Price £188K
£600 — £2.58M
Detached £285K 1,995
Semi £155K 2,377
Terraced £106K 1,475
Flat £121K 250

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

54 Primary
11 Secondary
22 Other
Maltby Lilly Hall Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Maltby Redwood Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Hilltop School 1.3 miles Maltby Academy Secondary Good 1.3 miles Laughton All Saints' CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School (Maltby) Primary Good 1.5 miles Abbeywood School Good 1.5 miles Maltby Manor Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Laughton Junior and Infant School Primary Good 1.6 miles Thurcroft Junior Academy Primary 1.6 miles Stepping Stones Children's Centre Good 1.6 miles Thurcroft Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Carr IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carr in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
10,976 Children (0-15) 18%
37,194 Working Age 61%
17,087 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.8% 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 Carr 245 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Carr experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Shoplifting is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

61 Shoplifting
58 Violence & Sexual Offences
42 Anti-Social Behaviour
19 Criminal Damage & Arson
18 Public Order
12 Burglary
11 Vehicle Crime
7 Other Theft
5 Other Crime
4 Drugs
4 Weapons
3 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
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

Kiveton Park Train Station 5 miles
Conisbrough Train Station 5.4 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 5.7 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 6.1 miles
Mexborough Train Station 6.2 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Slade Hooton 0.9 miles Hooton Levitt 0.9 miles Brookhouse 1.2 miles Laughton en le Morthen 1.4 miles Hellaby 1.4 miles Maltby 1.4 miles Thurcroft 1.8 miles Laughton Common 1.9 miles Wickersley 2 miles Brampton en le Morthen 2.2 miles Bramley 2.2 miles Throapham 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Rotherham
Ward Thurcroft & Wickersley South
Constituency Rother Valley
Parish Wickersley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S66 30 shown View all streets

A634 7 Abbotsford Drive 1 Acacia Avenue 2 Acorn Way 1 Acre Close 3 Acrewood Drive 1 Addison Road 2 Adelaide Street 1 Air Mount Close 1 Aireton Close 2 Aldersgate Court 3 Alderwood Close 1 Aldred Close 1 Aldrens Close 1 Aldrin Way 1 Alexandra Street 2 All Hallowes Drive 1 Almond Close 1 Almond Glade 1 Amory's Holt Close 1 Amory's Holt Drive 2 Amory's Holt Way 1 Arbour Crescent 1 Arbour Drive 1 Archery Close 1 Armstrong Walk 1 Arnside Road 1 Ascension Close 2 Ash Court 1 Ash Grove 2

Postcodes in S66 50 shown View all postcodes

S66 1AA S66 1AB S66 1AD S66 1AE S66 1AF S66 1AG S66 1AH S66 1AJ S66 1AL S66 1AN S66 1AP S66 1AQ S66 1AR S66 1AS S66 1AT S66 1AU S66 1AW S66 1AY S66 1AZ S66 1BA S66 1BB S66 1BD S66 1BE S66 1BF S66 1BG S66 1BH S66 1BJ S66 1BL S66 1BN S66 1BP S66 1BQ S66 1BS S66 1BT S66 1BU S66 1BW S66 1BY S66 1DA S66 1DB S66 1DL S66 1DP S66 1DQ S66 1DR S66 1DS S66 1DT S66 1DU S66 1DW S66 1DX S66 1DY S66 1DZ S66 1EA