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Darton & Kexborough

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Barnsley / Darton & Kexborough

About

Darton & Kexborough are neighbouring areas in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, located to the north of the town centre. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semis, and detached properties. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. The nearby A628 provides road links to surrounding towns and the M1 motorway.

Kexborough has a more rural feel compared to Darton, with open fields and green spaces like Kexborough Recreation Ground. The area retains some historical character, with older buildings alongside newer developments. Public transport connects the area to Barnsley town centre and nearby Huddersfield. The communities are served by local schools, including Darton Academy, and sports facilities such as football and cricket clubs.

Area overview

On average Darton & Kexborough has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Darton & Kexborough is £38,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Darton & Kexborough: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

8.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Darton & Kexborough Population

7,574

Population density

773.2 per km²

Demographics

British

7,301

96.38%

Other White

1.03%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.37%

African

0.32%

Other

0.28%

Total population: 7,575

Housing

Owns outright

1,475

43.47%

Owns with a mortgage

1,153

33.98%

Private landlord or letting agency

378

11.14%

Social rents from council

287

8.46%

Other forms of private rent

1.68%

Total households: 3,393

Property prices in Darton & Kexborough

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £202,250 in Darton & Kexborough area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £490,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	35	£329,000	£203,150	£274,000	£362,500	£426,500
Flats	2	£105,750	£96,075	£100,375	£111,125	£115,425
Semi-Detached	43	£186,500	£132,125	£171,000	£221,000	£268,800
Terraced	22	£129,500	£80,000	£109,250	£151,250	£251,550

10 years price trend in Darton & Kexborough

All postcodes in Darton & Kexborough

S755PQ

Hedge Lane

S755QJ

Round Hill

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail