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About

North East ward sits on the northern edge of Barnsley's urban core, primarily consisting of the residential district of Kendray. The area is characterised by post-war housing estates, local schools, and community-focused amenities like the Kendray Recreation Ground. Its landscape is shaped by the gradual slopes rising from the town centre, with views opening towards the more rural fringes beyond the M1 motorway, which forms a significant part of its western boundary.

A notable local landmark is the enduring presence of the former Barnsley Main Colliery site, a large, reclaimed green space that speaks to the area's industrial past. The ward is functionally connected to the wider town yet maintains a distinct, settled neighbourhood atmosphere, with local shopping parades serving daily needs. Public transport links provide direct routes into Barnsley town centre.

Area overview

On average North East has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 97 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in North East is £39,078 per year. There are 6 schools in North East: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). North East is home to around 13,662 people, with a population density of about 649.1 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
97
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
18.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

North East Population
13,662
Population density
649.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
42.09(-5%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.44(+8%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.81(+49%)
Vehicle crime
9.74(+73%)
Burglary
7.61(+49%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
12,903
94.44%
Other White
411
3.01%
African
45
0.33%
Other Asian
41
0.3%
Other
34
0.25%
Total population: 13,663

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
3,258
29.72%
Level 4 qualifications or above
2,126
19.39%
Level 3 (A level)
1,799
16.41%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,644
15%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,154
10.53%
Total 16+ residents: 10,963

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,791
31.06%
Owns outright
1,784
30.94%
Private landlord or letting agency
917
15.9%
Social rents from council
817
14.17%
Other social rented
281
4.87%
Total households: 5,766

Property prices in North East

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £161,750 in North East area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,500 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for North East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in North East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached35£285,000£2,714
Flats2£82,500£1,319
Semi-Detached65£160,000£1,974
Terraced44£133,000£1,827

10 years median price trend in North East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in North East.

All postcodes in North East

S720DA

Thurnscoe Lane

S728RA

Hazeldene Crescent

S729LN

The Rise

S727DX

Joseph Street

S727JW

The Square

S727ND

Cemetery Road

S727NS

Woodland Villas

S729HS

Co Operative Cottages

S727FP

Willowgarth Drive

S727DH

Michaels Estate

S728NY

Shafton Hall Drive

S727ES

Park Road

S727BH

Engine Lane

S727JD

Burntwood Road

S728QH

Bleakley Close

S727NP

Queens Road

S729JN

Hillside Grove

S727NX

Oldroyd Avenue

S729HZ

Church Drive

S727FL

Woodcross Avenue

S720AD

Milton Street

S720BE

Old Hall Walk

S728PB

Queens Drive

S727BE

Clayburn Road

S728NS

Chapel Street

S720BN

Old Crown Gardens

S720DP

Wescoe Avenue

S720AZ

High Street

S729LT

Peak Chase

S727DB

North East

S727HL

Dell Avenue

S727DZ

Joseph Street

S727EE

Green Acres

S727NU

Taylor Crescent

S728NQ

Manor View

S727LG

Woodland Terrace

S727LQ

Chestnut Street

S728WF

Plumpton Park

S727PB

Cemetery Road

S728PH

Lidgate Lane

S728WN

Northcroft

S728QL

South Croft

S720BG

Pinfield Close

S728RF

Magnolia Close

S720DX

North East

S720BH

Hallcroft Gardens

S727JF

Burntwood Road

S727JX

Nancy Road

S728QB

High Street

S729EN

Park View

S728QT

The Brickyard

S729LB

Mackey Crescent

S727NH

Charles Street

S728QP

Pontefract Road

S727HG

Mount Avenue

S720AJ

Normandale Road

S728NG

High Street

S727BN

Ferrymoor Way

S720DH

Rotherham Road

S728NL

Dog Hill

S727PA

Oldroyd Avenue

S727AE

Brierley Road

S727EL

Brierley Road

S729HW

Church Court

S728WA

Manor Gardens

S727JZ

Nancy Road

S727NF

Raymond Avenue

S720ES

Sandhill Drive

S729FL

Hillside Mount

S720DE

Rotherham Road

S728NP

Sceptone Grove

S727BD

High Street

S720AR

Pinewood Close

S720EH

Cross Street

S729HH

Cliffe Close

S727JH

Ladywood Road

S720EF

Thurnscoe Lane

S727DJ

Michaels Estate

S729GN

North East

S720DD

John Street

S729HD

Burntwood Cottages

S720BS

Pleasant Avenue

S720AN

Elm Cottages

S729LW

Ket Hill Lane

S729HN

Holgate View

S727FS

Garth View

S720AF

Crabtree Drive

S727DN

Milefield View

S727LT

High Street

S727HP

North East

S727AL

Windmill Avenue

S727JG

Ladywood Road

S720DY

Thurnscoe Lane

S728GR

North East

S729JA

Hodroyd Cottages

S729EQ

Park Avenue

S720EA

John Street

S729LR

Pavilion Close

S729HE

Moor Lane

S727NQ

Raymond Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.