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Penistone West

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Barnsley / Penistone West

About

Penistone West is a ward in the Barnsley metropolitan borough, located in South Yorkshire. The area includes parts of the town of Penistone and surrounding rural communities. It features a mix of residential areas, farmland, and small local businesses. The ward is known for its proximity to the Pennine hills, offering access to outdoor activities and scenic landscapes.

The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and markets held regularly. Transport links include the Penistone railway line, connecting the ward to Huddersfield and Sheffield. Schools, parks, and healthcare facilities serve the local population. The ward maintains a balance between rural character and essential amenities, making it a practical place to live for those seeking a quieter setting within reach of larger towns.

Area overview

On average Penistone West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Penistone West is £46,607 per year. There are 5 schools in Penistone West: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Penistone West Population
13,270
Population density
167 per km²

Demographics

British
12,814
96.57%
Other White
161
1.21%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
36
0.27%
Irish
36
0.27%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
32
0.24%
Total population: 13,269

Housing

Owns outright
2,257
39.6%
Owns with a mortgage
2,055
36.06%
Private landlord or letting agency
552
9.69%
Social rents from council
471
8.26%
Other social rented
201
3.53%
Total households: 5,699

Property prices in Penistone West

Based on 190 recent sales, the median property price is £267,250 in Penistone West area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £850,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached81£350,000
Flats10£125,500
Semi-Detached42£229,998
Terraced57£192,500

10 years price trend in Penistone West

All postcodes in Penistone West

S366GY

Tennyson Close

S366HY

Penistone

S369QG

The Green

S369QZ

New Smithy Avenue

S369RB

Hornthwaite Close

S369RJ

Watering Place Road

S369RP

Windmill Lane

S369YX

Penistone

S366DT

Penistone

S366FB

Ladyshaw Crescent

S366GG

Penistone

S366GJ

Usker Close

S366GS

Westfield Grove

S366UE

Barnside Close

S369NA

Birks Avenue

S369RY

Roydmoor Court

S369RZ

Hornthwaite Close

S366AL

Berrywell Avenue

S366DG

New Chapel Avenue

S366EB

Stottercliffe Road

S366HF

Green Road

S367AH

Barnsley Road

S367BX

Netherfield

S367GU

Ivy Bank Close

S367QF

Folly Lane

S368BE

Silkstone, Hoylandswaine & Cawthorne

S369NZ

West End Avenue

S369PR

Manchester Road

S369QP

Bank House Lane

S369RG

Tenter Hill

S366GX

Rud Broom Close

S364AF

Windle Edge

S366AA

Penistone

S366AB

Back Lane

S366ER

Green Brook Place

S366FS

Chapelfield Lane

S367RD

Folly Lane

S368AR

Silkstone, Hoylandswaine & Cawthorne

S369AB

Ashtree Gardens

S369FB

Brockholes Lane

S369FS

Doubting Lane

S369NQ

Manchester Road

S369PT

Manchester Road

S369PZ

Thurlstone Road

S369RX

Sandringham Close

HD97TF

Brown's Edge Road

S366AW

Lyttleton Crescent

S366DY

Church View Road

S366GA

Fullshaw Bank

S366LX

Green Road

S368HL

Water Hall Lane

S369AF

Cubley Wood Drive

S369NB

Birks Lane

S369QY

Towngate
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.