Penistone East is a ward in the Barnsley metropolitan borough, located in the northern part of the area. It covers several smaller settlements, including Thurlstone, Millhouse Green, and parts of Penistone itself. The ward is characterised by a mix of rural and semi-rural landscapes, with farmland and open spaces alongside residential areas. The River Don runs through parts of the ward, adding to its natural features.
The area has a strong community focus, with local amenities such as schools, shops, and pubs serving residents. Penistone East is well-connected by road, with the A628 passing through, linking it to nearby towns like Huddersfield and Sheffield. Public transport options include bus services and the Penistone railway line, providing access to Barnsley and beyond. The ward also hosts events like the Penistone Show, reflecting its agricultural heritage.
On average Penistone East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Penistone East is £50,461 per year. There are 9 schools in Penistone East: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £394,995 in Penistone East area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,500 up to £832,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 80 | £450,623 |
| Flats | 1 | £185,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 24 | £232,000 |
| Terraced | 16 | £184,160 |
10 years price trend in Penistone East
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Carr Head Road
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Ingbirchworth, Dunford Bridge & Thurgoland
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Smithy Hill
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Hill Top Lane
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Lower Haigh Head
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Haigh Lane
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Swaine Meadows
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Fields End
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Stampers Hill
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Moorend Lane
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Huthwaite Court
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Cranberry Road
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Hand Lane
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Park Avenue
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Silkstone, Hoylandswaine & Cawthorne
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St Johns
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Brookfield
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Maple Road
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Twelve Lands Close
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Hood Green Road
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Tivy Dale
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St Julien's Way
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High Street
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Ben Bank Road
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Ben Bank Road
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Cone Lane
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Beacon Hill
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Orchard Close
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Moorend Lane
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Bromley Carr Road
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Berry Lane
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Barnsley Road
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High Royd Lane
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Hall Farm Grove
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Green Hill Grove
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Millstones
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Lidget Lane
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Maple Court
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Dark Lane
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St Julien's Mount
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Haw Court
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High Street
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Hand Lane
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Hopping Lane
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Well Hill Road
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Old Mill Lane
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Cross Lane
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Jockey Road
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Old Hall Road
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Adam Lane
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South Lane
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New Close
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Cliffe Hill
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Holwick Close
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Beacon Court
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Thurgoland Hall Lane
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Halifax Road
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Park Lane
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Lidget Lane
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Wharnecliffe Court
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Gladman Park
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Church Lane
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Woodbourne Gardens
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High Hoyland Lane
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Church Lane
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Upper Field Lane
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Lane Head Road
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Lane Head Road
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Darton Road
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Ben Bank Road
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House Carr Lane
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Oxspring Road
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Hillside Close
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Silkstone, Hoylandswaine & Cawthorne
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Cawthorne View
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Beacon Close
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Fenn Road
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Lowe Lane
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House Carr Lane
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Greno View
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Church Lane
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Church Lane
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Whinmoor Close
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Nether Royd View
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Cone Lane
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Black Horse Drive
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Churchfields
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Cliffe Common Lane
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Thurgoland Hall Lane
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Ingbirchworth, Dunford Bridge & Thurgoland
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Castle Drive
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High Hoyland Lane
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Glebe Garden Court
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Kirkfield Close
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South Lane
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High Street
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Beech Avenue
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Hall Royd Walk
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Ingbirchworth, Dunford Bridge & Thurgoland
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Hartcliffe View
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.