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Darfield & Great Houghton

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Barnsley / Darfield & Great Houghton

About

Darfield and Great Houghton are villages located in the Barnsley metropolitan area, South Yorkshire. Darfield sits along the River Dearne, with a mix of residential areas and green spaces. The village has a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and pubs. Great Houghton, nearby, is a smaller settlement with a more rural feel, surrounded by farmland and open countryside. Both areas have strong transport links, with the A635 and A6195 providing access to Barnsley and nearby towns.

The area has historical roots in coal mining, with remnants of its industrial past visible in the landscape. Darfield is home to the Darfield Museum, which showcases local heritage. The villages are close to nature reserves like Old Moor Wetland Centre, offering walking and wildlife opportunities. Housing ranges from older terraced homes to newer developments, catering to families and commuters. The community hosts annual events, including fairs and markets, reflecting its close-knit character.

Area overview

On average Darfield & Great Houghton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 111 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Darfield & Great Houghton is £32,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Darfield & Great Houghton: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
111
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
18.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Darfield & Great Houghton

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £155,000 in Darfield & Great Houghton area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £650,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£223,500
Flats3£65,000
Semi-Detached40£157,500
Terraced30£121,000

10 years price trend in Darfield & Great Houghton

All postcodes in Darfield & Great Houghton

S720AQ

Garraby Close

S720EP

Darfield & Great Houghton

S720HP

Darfield & Great Houghton

S739EL

Woodhall Close

S739EW

Shroggs Head Close

S739HE

Cover Drive

S739HT

Attlee Crescent

S739LW

New Street

S739PQ

Padua Rise

S739QU

Siena Close

S739RA

Salerno Way

S720AE

Milton Street

S720AN

School Street

S720BH

Hallcroft Gardens

S720BX

Stonebridge Lane

S720DD

John Street

S720EG

Rotherham Road

S720EL

John Street

S720EX

Rotherham Road

S738AQ

Henry Street

S739AJ

Illsley Road

S739AL

Illsley Road

S739EP

Woodfield Close

S739PD

Barnsley Road

S720DR

Wescoe Avenue

S720HU

Middlecliffe Lane

S739JP

Fern Close

S720BG

Manor Fields

S720BS

Mount Avenue

S720JG

Well Lane Court

S739HR

Broomhill Lane

S739NR

Dartree Close

S720AS

High Street

S720AU

High Street

S720BA

Rodes Avenue

S720BE

Old Hall Walk

S720EA

John Street

S720HA

Fitzwilliam Road

S739AT

Edderthorpe Lane

S739AX

Schofield Drive

S739DX

Fensome Way

S739JF

Doncaster Road

S739JL

Alder Grove

S739JN

Aspen Grove

S739RF

Marsala Walk

S739RJ

Genoa Close

S720AX

Crabtree Drive

S720HQ

Queen's Avenue

S729HE

Hodster Lane

S730DS

Henry Street

S739BP

Barnsley Road

S739DU

Ridgway Avenue

S739ED

Morrison Road

S739HH

Doncaster Road

S739HJ

Pinfold Lane

S715EU

Crooke House Lane

S720BF

Manor Fields

S720HR

Ings Lane

S739AA

South View

S739AP

High View Close

S739DH

Barnsley Road

S739DS

Highfield Road

S739JB

Doncaster Road

S739LA

Vicar Road

S739LT

Doveside Drive

S739ND

Inkerman Road

S739QE

Margaret Close

S720BP

Mount Avenue

S739BJ

Saltersbrook Road

S739DN

Bly Road

S739DR

Field Close

S739LB

Vicar Crescent

S739NH

South Street

S739QD

Modena Court

S739RD

Modena Court

S720AW

Old Crown Gardens

S720AY

Lister Row

S720DW

Rotherham Road

S720HF

Windsor Crescent

S738EF

Fairfield Court

S739AR

High View Close

S739ET

School Street

S739HG

Norville Crescent

S739PS

Ancona Rise

S720AL

Normandale Road

S720AT

High Street

S720HH

John Street

S720JF

Back Lane

S739DL

Barnsley Road

S739JU

Barnsley Road

S739QP

Primrose Avenue

S739RP

Marsala Walk

S720AJ

Normandale Road

S720BY

Stonebridge Lane

S720DE

Rotherham Road

S720EN

High Street

S720HW

Ings Lane

S739AS

Saltersbrook Road

S739DB

Barnsley Road

S739EY

Queen Street

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.