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 100 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).
Based on 80 recent sales, the median property price is £176,000 in Grimethorpe & Brierley area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,000 up to £625,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 24 | £287,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 31 | £157,000 |
| Terraced | 25 | £160,000 |
10 years price trend in Grimethorpe & Brierley
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Mount Avenue
S727JY
Nancy Road
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Barnsley Road
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Southmoor Road
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Acorn Way
S727JJ
Nancy Road
S729LP
Bretton Close
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Grimethorpe & Brierley
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Central Avenue
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Kingsway
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Brook Close
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Engine Lane
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Dell Avenue
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Nancy Crescent
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Nancy Road
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Chestnut Street
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Ringstone Grove
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.