Postcode report
S71 5BG Guide - Crime Rate, Schools & Area Review
About S71 5BG: area rating, property, schools and local change
S71 5BG is a postcode in Stairfoot, Barnsley, Yorkshire and The Humber, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near S71 5BG, then scores the surrounding small area 70/100 - top 18% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around S71 5BG are local prosperity and property market signals, while housing is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for S71 5BG is based on Barnsley 015 Census 2021. It covers 6,763 residents, 1,265 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 42, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 66% owner-occupied, 27% privately rented, 6% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 8/10.
For property prices near S71 5BG, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the S71 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £178k from 71 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near S71 5BG can compare 3 state schools within one mile, including 3 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 1 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near S71 5BG by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around S71 5BG is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 13 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about S71 5BG
Is S71 5BG a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 70/100 (top 18% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near S71 5BG?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near S71 5BG?
3 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near S71 5BG?
LocaleIQ currently matches 1 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for S71 5BG?
LocaleIQ matched S71 5BG to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in S71 5BG?
The latest median sold price is £178k based on 71 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around S71 5BG?
LocaleIQ currently shows 13 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.