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25,147
Population
10,636
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£39,708
Avg. household income
592
Businesses
760
People per km²
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About Middlecliffe

Middlecliffe is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S72. It is situated near the larger town of Barnsley and is primarily a residential area. The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, providing a variety of living options for residents. Local amenities include a few shops and public services that cater to everyday needs.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with several walking paths and green spaces nearby. Middlecliffe is well-connected by road and public transport, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. The community is relatively small, fostering a sense of familiarity among its residents. Overall, Middlecliffe serves as a quiet place for those seeking a suburban lifestyle while remaining close to larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Middlecliffe

Families in Middlecliffe have access to 106 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Middlecliffe

Homes sell for an average of £167K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £136K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Middlecliffe

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Middlecliffe, with 39 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Middlecliffe

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Middlecliffe within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Middlecliffe

There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Middlecliffe, the nearest being Garland House Surgery (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Middlecliffe

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Property Prices 3,793 sales

Average Price £167K
£200 , £12.72M
Detached £247K 950
Semi £136K 1,404
Terraced £106K 1,244
Flat £66K 40

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

73 Primary
12 Secondary
21 Other
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the S72 postcode area.

Sandhill Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Darfield Family Centre Good 0.8 miles All Saints Academy Darfield Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Upperwood Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Primary Good 1.3 miles The Robert Ogden School Not applicable Good 1.5 miles St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Gooseacre Primary Academy Primary 1.7 miles Netherwood Academy Secondary Good 1.8 miles Highgate Primary Academy Primary Good 2 miles Dearne Family Centre Good 2 miles Heather Garth Primary School Academy Primary Good 2 miles

Household Income in Middlecliffe ONS 2023

The average total household income in Middlecliffe is approximately £39,708 a year before tax, 28% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,059. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Middlecliffe £39,708
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,059.

Businesses in Middlecliffe ONS 2025

There are approximately 592 active businesses based in Middlecliffe, around 24 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

592 Total businesses
24 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 94%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Middlecliffe IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Middlecliffe 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
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
4,890 Children (0-15) 19%
15,562 Working Age 62%
4,699 Older (65+) 19%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 23.7% 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 Middlecliffe 187 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Middlecliffe 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 80
Anti-Social Behaviour 39
Criminal Damage & Arson 20
Shoplifting 11
Vehicle Crime 10
Burglary 7
Other Crime 7
Public Order 6
Other Theft 4
Weapons 2
Drugs 1
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

Thurnscoe Train Station 2.1 miles
Goldthorpe Train Station 2.1 miles
Bolton-Upon-Dearne Train Station 2.6 miles
Wombwell Train Station 3 miles
Elsecar Train Station 3.7 miles
Moorthorpe Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Houghton 0 yards Millhouses 0.6 miles Great Houghton 0.9 miles Sandhill 0.9 miles Billingley 0.9 miles Snape Hill 0.9 miles Darfield 0.9 miles Low Valley 1.8 miles Thurnscoe 1.9 miles Broomhill 2 miles Clayton 2.2 miles Cudworth Common 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Barnsley
Ward North East
Constituency Barnsley East
Parish Great Houghton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Middlecliffe

Of the 10,748 households in and around Middlecliffe, 63% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 19% Private rented 18%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Middlecliffe

What is the population of Middlecliffe?
Middlecliffe has a population of approximately 25,147 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Middlecliffe?
The average property in and around Middlecliffe sold for about £167,201, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 52% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Middlecliffe a deprived area?
Middlecliffe sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Middlecliffe?
Middlecliffe is covered by the S72 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Middlecliffe?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Middlecliffe, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Middlecliffe?
The nearest railway station to Middlecliffe is Thurnscoe Train Station, about 2.1 miles away.

Streets in S72 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Farm View 1 Abbots Close 1 Acacia Grove 1 Acorn Way 3 Acre Road 1 Albert Street 2 Almond Avenue 1 Anne Crescent 1 Ash Mount 1 Ash Road 1 Ashwell Close 1 Ashwood Grove 1 Barn Owl Close 1 Barnfold Place 1 Barnsley Road 23 Bateman Close 1 Batty Avenue 1 Bedford Street 2 Beech Avenue 1 Beech Close 1 Belle Green Close 1 Belle Green Gardens 1 Belle Green Lane 3 Belmont 2 Belvedere Close 1 Billingley Green Lane 1 Birkdale Close 1 Birkwood Avenue 3 Bleak Avenue 1 Bleakley Close 1

Postcodes in S72 50 shown View all postcodes

S72 0AA S72 0AB S72 0AD S72 0AE S72 0AF S72 0AG S72 0AJ S72 0AL S72 0AN S72 0AP S72 0AQ S72 0AR S72 0AS S72 0AT S72 0AU S72 0AW S72 0AX S72 0AY S72 0AZ S72 0BA S72 0BB S72 0BD S72 0BE S72 0BF S72 0BG S72 0BH S72 0BJ S72 0BL S72 0BN S72 0BP S72 0BQ S72 0BS S72 0BT S72 0BU S72 0BW S72 0BX S72 0BY S72 0BZ S72 0DA S72 0DB S72 0DD S72 0DE S72 0DF S72 0DG S72 0DH S72 0DJ S72 0DL S72 0DN S72 0DP S72 0DQ