Grimethorpe & Brierley is a former mining area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The area is known for its industrial heritage, with many residents historically employed in coal mining. Grimethorpe gained wider recognition through the Grimethorpe Colliery Band, a brass band with a long-standing tradition. The landscape still bears traces of its mining past, with some reclaimed land and former pit sites repurposed for community use.
The area has a mix of housing, including terraced homes and post-war developments. Local amenities include schools, parks, and community centres, with Grimethorpe Working Men’s Club serving as a social hub. Public transport links connect the area to Barnsley town centre and nearby towns. While facing economic challenges after the decline of mining, community initiatives and regeneration projects aim to support the area’s future development.
On average Grimethorpe & Brierley has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Grimethorpe & Brierley is £32,400 per year. There are 3 schools in Grimethorpe & Brierley: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Long Royd
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Greenacres
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Grimethorpe & Brierley
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King's Street
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Mount Avenue
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