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Athersley

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Barnsley / Athersley

About

Athersley is a residential area located in the northern part of Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The area consists primarily of housing estates built in the mid-20th century, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. It is situated close to the M1 motorway, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of residents.

The area is known for its community-focused facilities, such as the Athersley Recreation Ground and the nearby Locke Park. Public transport links connect Athersley to Barnsley town centre and surrounding areas. While it is largely residential, there are small retail units and takeaways serving the local population. The area has undergone regeneration efforts in recent years to improve housing and infrastructure.

Area overview

On average Athersley has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 142 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 43.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Athersley is £27,700 per year. There are 7 schools in Athersley: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
142
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
43.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Athersley Population
9,665
Population density
3,296.5 per km²

Demographics

British
8,939
92.54%
Other White
364
3.77%
African
78
0.81%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
39
0.4%
Other
33
0.34%
Total population: 9,660

Housing

Social rents from council
1,549
37.95%
Owns outright
933
22.86%
Owns with a mortgage
891
21.83%
Private landlord or letting agency
320
7.84%
Other social rented
284
6.96%
Total households: 4,082

Property prices in Athersley

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £145,000 in Athersley area, with individual transactions ranging from £63,750 up to £230,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£120,000
Semi-Detached42£150,000
Terraced14£130,750

10 years price trend in Athersley

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.