About Shafton Two Gates

Shafton Two Gates is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the S72 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Barnsley, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village primarily consists of residential housing, with a few local shops and facilities that cater to the needs of the community. The surrounding area features a mix of green spaces and agricultural land, offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Shafton Two Gates is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The village is part of a region that has seen various developments over the years, reflecting the changing landscape of South Yorkshire.

School Ratings in Shafton Two Gates

Families in Shafton Two Gates have access to 91 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shafton Two Gates

Homes sell for an average of £159K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £130K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shafton Two Gates

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Shafton Two Gates, with 39 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shafton Two Gates

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shafton Two Gates 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Shafton Two Gates

Shafton Two Gates 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 3,853 sales

Average Price £159K
£200 — £12.72M
Detached £238K 946
Semi £130K 1,391
Terraced £103K 1,316
Flat £60K 49

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

67 Primary
8 Secondary
16 Other
Lift Shafton Primary Good 0.1 miles Cherry Dale Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Outwood Academy Shafton Secondary 0.6 miles Churchfield Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Grimethorpe Family Centre 1.1 miles Milefield Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Birkwood Primary School Primary 1.5 miles South Hiendley Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Ladywood Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Carlton Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Outwood Academy Carlton Secondary Good 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shafton Two Gates IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shafton Two Gates 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
7,163 Children (0-15) 19%
22,895 Working Age 62%
9,175 Older (60+) 25%
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 Shafton Two Gates 196 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Shafton Two Gates 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.

72 Violence & Sexual Offences
39 Anti-Social Behaviour
23 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Public Order
9 Burglary
9 Other Theft
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Other Crime
4 Weapons
3 Drugs
3 Robbery
3 Shoplifting
Local Policing
South Yorkshire Barnsley North East Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Fitzwilliam Train Station 3.2 miles
Moorthorpe Train Station 4 miles
South Elmsall Train Station 4.9 miles
Thurnscoe Train Station 5 miles
Wombwell Train Station 5 miles
Darton Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shafton 0.6 miles Belle Green 0.6 miles Upper Cudworth 0.9 miles Brierley 1.2 miles South Hiendley 1.2 miles Grimethorpe 1.4 miles Cudworth 1.4 miles Felkirk 1.4 miles West Green 1.8 miles Carlton 1.9 miles Havercroft 1.9 miles Cudworth Common 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

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