What's the Birdwell population and density?

Birdwell population is 8,671 with density 553.3 per km².

How many households are in Birdwell?

There are 3,971 households in Birdwell

How deprived is Birdwell?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 14151 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Birdwell?

Based on 125 recent sales, the median price is £185,000.

What home types are most common in Birdwell?

Housing mix: semi-detached 37.3%, terraced 29.4%.

How much social housing is near Birdwell?

About 13.9% across the Birdwell area.

What's the average income in Birdwell?

Average resident income is about £36,700 per year.

What are prices by property type in Birdwell?

Latest medians: Detached £390,000, Semi-detached £220,250, Terraced £136,500, Flats £123,000.

How safe is Birdwell?

Crime level in Birdwell is moderate with about 82 crimes per 1,000 residents.

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Q: What schools in Birdwell and how are they rated?

There are 6 schools in Birdwell: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Barnsley / Birdwell

About

Birdwell is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire. It sits near the border with Rotherham and is part of the larger Dearne Valley area. The village is known for its proximity to the M1 motorway, making it a convenient location for commuters. Birdwell has a mix of residential housing, local shops, and green spaces, including the nearby Worsbrough Mill and Country Park.

The area has historical ties to coal mining, with remnants of its industrial past still visible. Birdwell also has a strong community feel, with local events and facilities such as schools and sports clubs. The village offers easy access to both Barnsley and Sheffield, providing a balance between rural and urban living. Its location near major transport links makes it a practical choice for those working in nearby cities.

Area overview

On average Birdwell has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birdwell is £36,700 per year. There are 6 schools in Birdwell: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

13.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Birdwell Population

8,671

Population density

553.3 per km²

Demographics

British

8,382

96.7%

Other White

1.07%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.3%

Indian

0.25%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.24%

Total population: 8,668

Housing

Owns outright

1,439

36.22%

Owns with a mortgage

1,262

31.76%

Social rents from council

555

13.97%

Private landlord or letting agency

492

12.38%

Other social rented

2.27%

Total households: 3,973

Property prices in Birdwell

Based on 125 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Birdwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £860,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	28	£390,000	£246,748	£349,500	£450,000	£609,250
Flats	3	£123,000	£84,300	£101,500	£136,500	£147,300
Semi-Detached	38	£220,250	£108,400	£174,500	£247,249	£310,750
Terraced	56	£136,500	£93,750	£118,465	£169,250	£226,250

10 years price trend in Birdwell

All postcodes in Birdwell

S740DQ

Sheffield Road

S740LZ

Stoney Croft

S740PW

Rockingham Street

S705XD

Hay Green Lane

S740SA

Watson Street

S705FE

Sheffield Road

S705QS

Worsbrough Road

S705RJ

Coltfield

S705SJ

Kestrel Rise

S705SQ

Martin Close

S705TF

Alverley Way

S705UH

Ferrand Street

S740PE

Church View

S740AE

Chapel Street

S740AH

Parkside Road

S740AP

Springfield Crescent

S740BH

Clough Fields Road

S740DW

Sheffield Road

S740FA

Springfield Lane

S753AB

Lidget Lane

S753AF

Chapel Road

S705QY

Rockley Avenue

S705RX

Osprey Avenue

S705RZ

Swallow Close

S705SN

Falcon Drive

S740BG

Hill Crest

S740NJ

Allott Street

S740PP

Rockingham Street

S753FL

St Pauls Close

S705SS

Alverley Way

S705UZ

Sheffield Road

S753AW

Pilley Lane

S740AQ

Elm Street

S705DA

Sheffield Road

S705LU

St Mary's Garden

S705RL

Coronation Crescent

S705SU

Locksley Gardens

S705TR

Sheffield Road

S740BY

Short Street

S740DS

Tankersley Lane

S740FN

Birdwell

S753AE

New Road

S753BD

Stone Leigh

S753DB

Fenn Road

S705XH

Rockingham Mews

S705LS

The Cloisters

S705LY

Blacker Lane

S740NG

Beaumont Street

S740PD

Tinker Lane

S740RQ

Barnsley Road

S749EW

Birdwell

S753AT

Hermit Hill

S753DZ

Carr Lane

S753FQ

Birdwell

S705RY

Green Spring Avenue

S705SP

Martin Close

S740AT

Springfield Lane

S740NQ

Allott Street

S740PH

Queens Gardens

S753BP

Lidget Lane

S705LN

Blacker Lane

S705SA

Merlin Close

S705TA

Sheffield Road

S705TX

Strafford Grove

S705UQ

Victoria Crescent

S740PA

Watson Street

S749ES

Birdwell

S753BF

Lidget Lane

S753DA

Westwood Lane

S705UU

Chapel Court

S705XJ

Balk Farm Court

S740AS

Birdwell

S740PG

Burcroft Close

S753BG

Princess Grove

S705UJ

Rockley Crescent

S740AB

Stead Lane

S753DS

Stampers Hill

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Data Sources

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

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