About Silkstone Common

Silkstone Common is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S75. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. It features a mix of traditional and modern housing, with local amenities including a primary school and a few shops catering to everyday needs. The surrounding area is characterised by open fields and woodlands, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible to nearby towns and cities. Silkstone Common also has a local railway station, which offers services to larger urban centres, enhancing its appeal for commuters.

School Ratings in Silkstone Common

Silkstone Common is served by 72 schools. Gawber Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Silkstone Common

Property prices average £220K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £291K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Silkstone Common

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Silkstone Common, with 32 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Silkstone Common

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Silkstone Common 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 Silkstone Common

Most properties in Silkstone Common 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 6,936 sales

Average Price £220K
£3K — £14.4M
Detached £291K 2,572
Semi £165K 2,274
Terraced £126K 1,545
Flat £103K 319

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

50 Primary
7 Secondary
15 Other
Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School Primary Good 0.2 miles Silkstone Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Dodworth St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles Keresforth Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Northern College for Residential Adult Education Limited 16 plus Good 1.7 miles Hoylandswaine Primary School Primary 2 miles Thurgoland Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Oxspring Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Cawthorne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Barugh Green Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Greenacre School 2.4 miles Horizon Community College Secondary 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Silkstone Common IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Silkstone Common 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
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,450 Children (0-15) 16%
40,192 Working Age 62%
18,984 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Silkstone Common 279 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Silkstone Common 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.

101 Violence & Sexual Offences
32 Shoplifting
25 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Criminal Damage & Arson
18 Other Theft
16 Drugs
15 Burglary
15 Public Order
15 Vehicle Crime
12 Other Crime
5 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
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

Silkstone Common Train Station 0.7 miles
Dodworth Train Station 1.8 miles
Penistone Train Station 2.6 miles
Darton Train Station 3.7 miles
Denby Dale Train Station 4.7 miles
Wombwell Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Moor End 0 yards Berry Moor 0.6 miles Noblethorpe 0.9 miles Silkstone 0.9 miles Dodworth Bottom 1.2 miles Dodworth Green 1.2 miles Kine Moor 1.2 miles Eastfield 1.2 miles Pinfold Hill 1.2 miles Dodworth 1.4 miles Hill Top 1.4 miles Higham Common 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Barnsley
Ward Old Town
Constituency Barnsley Central
Parish Barnsley, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S75 30 shown View all streets

A616 1 Adkin Royd 1 Agnes Road 2 Airedale Road 2 Alan Road 2 Albion Close 1 Aldbeck Croft 1 Alder Close 1 Alford Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Allendale Road 4 Alston Close 1 Alton Way 1 Ancote Close 1 Annan Close 1 Appleby Close 1 Ash Dyke Close 1 Ashfield Close 1 Austwick Close 1 Avon Close 1 Bagger Wood Hill 1 Bakehouse Lane 1 Ballfield Avenue 2 Ballfield Lane 11 Bamford Close 1 Bank End Lane 2 Bar Avenue 1 Bar Lane 5 Barcroft Flatt 1 Barden Drive 1

Postcodes in S75 50 shown View all postcodes

S75 1AA S75 1AD S75 1AE S75 1AF S75 1AG S75 1AH S75 1AJ S75 1AL S75 1AN S75 1AP S75 1AQ S75 1AR S75 1AS S75 1AT S75 1AU S75 1AW S75 1AX S75 1AY S75 1AZ S75 1BA S75 1BB S75 1BD S75 1BE S75 1BF S75 1BG S75 1BH S75 1BJ S75 1BL S75 1BN S75 1BP S75 1BQ S75 1BW S75 1DA S75 1DB S75 1DD S75 1DE S75 1DF S75 1DG S75 1DJ S75 1DL S75 1DN S75 1DP S75 1DQ S75 1DR S75 1DS S75 1DT S75 1DU S75 1DW S75 1DX S75 1DY