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40,533
Population
17,731
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,438
Avg. household income
1,227
Businesses
265
People per km²
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About Charltonbrook

Charltonbrook is a residential area located in the S35 postcode district of South Yorkshire, England. It lies to the north of the town of Barnsley, within the wider metropolitan borough of Barnsley. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes, many of which were built during the mid to late 20th century. There are local amenities including a primary school, a small shop, and a community centre, providing everyday services for residents. The area is well-connected by road, with access to the A61 and A630, and is served by regular bus routes into Barnsley town centre. Charltonbrook is situated near open green spaces and is close to the River Dearne, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation.

School Ratings in Charltonbrook

Charltonbrook is served by 126 schools. Oughtibridge Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Charltonbrook

Property prices average £249K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £209K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Charltonbrook

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Charltonbrook, with 28 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Charltonbrook

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Charltonbrook 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.

Healthcare in Charltonbrook

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Charltonbrook, the nearest being Chapelgreen Practice (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Charltonbrook

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Property Prices 5,190 sales

Average Price £249K
£195 , £25.81M
Detached £343K 1,444
Semi £209K 1,876
Terraced £168K 1,157
Flat £124K 392

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

80 Primary
13 Secondary
33 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 10
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the S35 postcode area.

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 Not applicable 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

Household Income in Charltonbrook ONS 2023

The average total household income in Charltonbrook is approximately £50,438 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,250. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Charltonbrook £50,438
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,250.

Businesses in Charltonbrook ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,227 active businesses based in Charltonbrook, around 30 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 27 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,227 Total businesses
30 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Charltonbrook IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Charltonbrook 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 25%
6,396 Children (0-15) 16%
23,810 Working Age 59%
10,338 Older (65+) 25%
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 Charltonbrook 163 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Charltonbrook experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 48
Anti-Social Behaviour 28
Shoplifting 23
Public Order 17
Other Theft 15
Criminal Damage & Arson 8
Vehicle Crime 8
Burglary 7
Other Crime 5
Drugs 2
Robbery 2
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

Burncross 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

Home Ownership in Charltonbrook

Of the 17,920 households in and around Charltonbrook, 77% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 77% Social rented 13% Private rented 10%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Charltonbrook.

Frequently Asked Questions about Charltonbrook

What is the population of Charltonbrook?
Charltonbrook has a population of approximately 40,533 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Charltonbrook?
The average property in and around Charltonbrook sold for about £249,456, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 29% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Charltonbrook a deprived area?
Charltonbrook sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Charltonbrook?
Charltonbrook is covered by the S35 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Charltonbrook?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Charltonbrook, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Charltonbrook?
The nearest railway station to Charltonbrook is Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

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