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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Chapel Road
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Maple Road
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North Lane
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Bark House Lane
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Martin Croft
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Silkstone Lane
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High Street
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Manor Park
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Whinmoor Court
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Moorend Lane
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Crag View
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Howbrook Lane
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Silkstone, Hoylandswaine & Cawthorne
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Church Drive
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East Close
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Stainborough View
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Rockley View
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Thorncliff Way
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High Hoyland Lane
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Silkstone Lane
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Tivy Dale
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High Street
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Mayberry Drive
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Ben Bank Road
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Brick Row
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Ingbirchworth, Dunford Bridge & Thurgoland
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Bagger Wood Road
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Meadow View
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Manor Lane
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Lidget Lane
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Birdwell
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High Hoyland Lane
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Bull Haw Lane
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Whinmoor Close
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Delph Close
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Moorland Place
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Black Horse Drive
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Pinfold Lane
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Cote Lane
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Cote Lane
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Huthwaite Lane
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Rookery Way
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Eastfield Lane
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Church Heights
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Bower Hill
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Brookfield
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Lane Head Road
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North Lane
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Church Lane
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Church Street
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High Street
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Barnsley Road
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Ben Bank Road
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Beacon Hill
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Huskar Close
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Renald Lane
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Barnsley Road
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Woodhead Road
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Eastfield Lane
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Fir Tree
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Ormsby Close
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Barnsley Road
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East Road
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Hermit Hill
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Worsborough View
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Oak Leigh
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High Street
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Hall Royd Walk
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The Meadows
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The Avenue
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Underbank Lane
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Cat Hill Lane
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Copster Lane
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Mayfield
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Kirkwood Close
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Carr Lane
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Gilroyd Lane
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Lane Head Road
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Gadding Moor Road
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Tivy Dale Drive
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Alston Close
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Ingbirchworth, Dunford Bridge & Thurgoland
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Hall Royd Lane
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Woodland View
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Main Road
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Forge Lane
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Delph Edge
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Eastfield Lane
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Ingbirchworth, Dunford Bridge & Thurgoland
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Lidget Lane
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St Pauls Crest
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North Lane
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Bark House Lane
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.