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About

Royston ward encompasses a largely residential area in the northern part of the Barnsley borough. It includes the distinct communities of Royston itself and Carlton, alongside Monk Bretton to the south. The landscape is characterised by green spaces like Royston Park and the Monk Bretton Priory grounds, which provide local recreational areas. Housing is primarily composed of terraced and semi-detached homes, with some modern developments.

The ward's history is closely linked to coal mining, with Monk Bretton Colliery having been a major local employer. This industrial past is reflected in the community's character and some remaining architectural features. A notable local landmark is the substantial, ruined gatehouse of the 12th-century Monk Bretton Priory, standing within a public park. The area is served by several local schools and shops along Doncaster Road, which forms a central thoroughfare.

Area overview

On average Royston has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 88 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Royston is £43,361 per year. There are 4 schools in Royston: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Royston is home to around 11,354 people, with a population density of about 1,641.9 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
88
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
17.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Royston Population
11,354
Population density
1,641.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
42.98(-3%)
Anti-social behaviour
21.31(+49%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.92(+27%)
Public order
9.51(+8%)
Shoplifting
8.9(+2%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,941
96.36%
Other White
152
1.34%
Chinese
34
0.3%
Other Asian
31
0.27%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
29
0.26%
Total population: 11,354

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,236
24.28%
Level 4 qualifications or above
2,060
22.37%
Level 3 (A level)
1,626
17.65%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,458
15.83%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,012
10.99%
Total 16+ residents: 9,210

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,692
34.44%
Owns with a mortgage
1,593
32.42%
Social rents from council
732
14.9%
Private landlord or letting agency
537
10.93%
Other social rented
189
3.85%
Total households: 4,913

Property prices in Royston

Based on 129 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Royston area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Royston 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 Royston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached50£300,000£2,852
Flats4£115,000£1,716
Semi-Detached44£180,000£2,466
Terraced31£117,500£1,532

10 years median price trend in Royston

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

All postcodes in Royston

S714RU

Little Westfields

S714HN

Station Road

S714BH

Godley Close

S714DR

Midland Road

S714FW

Lineside Lane

S714SY

Bromfield Court

S714RW

High Street

S714QQ

Summer View

S714BU

Royston

S714DU

Back Poplar Terrace

S714FB

Kent Close

S714JX

Doles Avenue

S714GF

Maytree Close

S714SS

Petworth Croft

S714PD

East Pinfold

S714EN

Cutts Field View

S714FA

Orchard Grove

S714HW

Summer Lane

S714PF

South Drive

S714FE

Millers Croft

S714NE

St Johns Walk

S714PG

West Pinfold

S714EJ

Warren Close

S714NQ

Church Hill

S714EH

Winter Avenue

S714JG

Applehaigh View

S714TD

Hardwick Close

S714TF

Cherry Tree Grove

S713EJ

Lynwood Drive

S714RQ

The Pastures

S714GJ

Parish Road

S714NL

Royston Lane

S714LJ

Meadstead Drive

S714HB

Newtown Avenue

S714NG

Church Hill

S714FN

Melton Way

S714HG

Station Road

S714AL

Meadow Court

S714QP

Midland Road

S714FY

Shepherd Way

S713EP

Royston Lane

S714AN

East End Crescent

S714GQ

Orchard Croft

S714LT

Parkhead Close

S714BG

Lund Hill Lane

S714EA

Robin Lane

S713JQ

Wood Lane

S714JS

Meadstead Drive

S714EW

Station Road

S714HR

Applehaigh View

S714HP

Summer Lane

S714ED

Common Lane

S714DX

Poplar Terrace

S714LR

West End Avenue

S714RE

Railway Court

S714AP

Cross Lane

S714NB

Linburn Close

S714RX

Westfields

S714EB

Warren Walk

S714LF

Grange Road

S714GA

Old Royston Avenue

S714PU

Field View

S714QF

Milgate Street

S714AX

The Lilacs

S714DF

West Avenue

S714JA

Common Lane

S714QH

Rowland Street

S714JU

Manor Drive

S714SL

Buckingham Way

S714PT

Doles Avenue

S714BF

Sycamore Court

S714QX

Lane Cottages

S713ES

Lynwood Drive

S714DP

Alfred Street

S714RA

High Street

S714SF

Haigh Croft

S714PQ

Pinfold Lane

S714DS

The Avenue

S714SD

Summer Lane

S714PZ

Filey Avenue

S714QS

Jack Close Orchard

S713EL

Woodroyd Close

S714AT

Cross Lane

S714QN

Midland Road

S714NX

Royston Lane

S714FU

Meadstead Close

S714EY

Oakwood Avenue

S714HU

Guildford Road

S714RD

High Street

S714ND

Midland Road

S714AG

Church Hill

S714DQ

North Road

S714FQ

Arundel Gardens

S714BW

Pools Lane

S714QR

Chantry Grove

S714HA

Oakwood Crescent

S713FG

Ruscombe Place

S714NY

Meadstead Fold

S714NP

Fearnville Grove

S714BB

Lund Hill Lane

Data Sources

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