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Location in West YorkshireBarnside sits where the marker shows within the county.

36,540
Population
14,924
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£57,851
Avg. household income
1,572
Businesses
373
People per km²
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About Barnside

Barnside is a small settlement located in West Yorkshire, within the HD9 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of England, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with a mix of farmhouses and modest residential properties. The village is situated near the border with North Yorkshire, offering easy access to nearby towns and villages. While it remains a quiet community, Barnside benefits from good road connections to larger centres such as Bradford and Keighley. The local landscape features rolling hills and fields, typical of the Yorkshire countryside. There are no major tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, but the area is popular with walkers and those seeking a rural lifestyle. The community is small and close-knit, with local amenities limited to a few essential services.

School Ratings in Barnside

There are 34 schools in and around Barnside. Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School, New Mill Infant School and Holmfirth High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barnside

The average property price is £291K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £193K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barnside

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Public order is prevalent across Barnside, with 14 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barnside

Barnside sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Barnside

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Barnside, the nearest being Elmwood Family Doctors (2.9 miles away).

Local Data for Barnside

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Property Prices 5,958 sales

Average Price £291K
£280 , £14.24M
Detached £424K 1,875
Semi £253K 1,352
Terraced £193K 2,011
Flat £150K 355

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
5 Secondary
2 Other
Outstanding 4
Good 10
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HD9 postcode area.

Hepworth Junior and Infant School Primary Good 0.9 miles Hepworth Junior and Infant School Primary 0.9 miles Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School Primary 1.6 miles Hade Edge Junior, Infant and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Birdsedge First School Primary Good 2.2 miles New Mill Junior School Primary Outstanding 2.4 miles Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 2.4 miles New Mill Infant School Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles Holme Valley South Children's Centre 2.7 miles Shepley First School Primary Good 2.8 miles Holmfirth High School Secondary Outstanding 2.9 miles Cumberworth CofE First School Primary 2.9 miles

Household Income in Barnside ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barnside is approximately £57,851 a year before tax, 5% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,794. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barnside £57,851
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,794.

Businesses in Barnside ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,572 active businesses based in Barnside, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,572 Total businesses
43 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Barnside IMD 2025

Barnside sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 24%
6,371 Children (0-15) 17%
21,744 Working Age 59%
8,431 Older (65+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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 Barnside 85 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Barnside records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 32
Public Order 14
Anti-Social Behaviour 12
Criminal Damage & Arson 7
Shoplifting 6
Other Theft 5
Vehicle Crime 3
Burglary 2
Robbery 2
Drugs 1
Other Crime 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

Shepley Train Station 3.2 miles
Stocksmoor Train Station 3.4 miles
Brockholes Train Station 3.7 miles
Denby Dale Train Station 4 miles
Honley Train Station 4.6 miles
Penistone Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Victoria 0 yards Maythorn 0.6 miles Crow Edge 0.9 miles Hepworth 0.9 miles Meal Hill 1.2 miles Carlecotes 1.2 miles Scholes 1.4 miles Jackson Bridge 1.4 miles Harden 1.8 miles Hade Edge 1.9 miles Longley 2 miles Washpit 2 miles

Local Government

District Kirklees
Ward Holme Valley South
Constituency Colne Valley
Parish Holme Valley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Barnside

Of the 15,868 households in and around Barnside, 78% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 78% Social rented 8% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barnside

What is the population of Barnside?
Barnside has a population of approximately 36,540 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barnside?
The average property in and around Barnside sold for about £290,888, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 17% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barnside a deprived area?
Barnside sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barnside?
Barnside is covered by the HD9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barnside?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barnside, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barnside?
The nearest railway station to Barnside is Shepley Train Station, about 3.2 miles away.

Streets in HD9 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbey Court 1 Acorn Drive 2 Acorn Grove 1 Acre Lane 5 Albion Court 1 Albion Gardens 1 Alder Avenue 1 Allergill Park 1 Arley Close 1 Arndale Grove 1 Arrunden Court 1 Arrunden Lane 2 Ash Grove Road 1 Attorney Court 1 Back Bradshaw Road 2 Back Lane 3 Badger Brow 1 Badger Gardens 1 Bank Bottom 1 Bank End Knoll 2 Bank Lane 3 Bank Street 1 Bank Top Lane 1 Bank View 1 Bankfield Drive 1 Bankfield Terrace 1 Banksville 1 Bare Bones Road 1 Barraclough Row 2

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