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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 92 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
92
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
44.39(+2%)
Anti-social behaviour
20.87(+52%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.19(+32%)
Shoplifting
9.34(+8%)
Public order
8.9(-1%)
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 108 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Royston area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £585,000.

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, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Royston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£281,250
Flats4£96,250
Semi-Detached37£170,000
Terraced29£110,000

10 years median price trend in Royston

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

All postcodes in Royston

S713JQ

Wood Lane

S714JW

Hollycroft Avenue

S714NH

Church Hill

S714PR

Broomfield Mews

S714QN

Midland Road

S714QX

Lane Cottages

S714SF

Haigh Croft

S714NB

Linburn Close

S714RB

New Street

S714RF

High Street

S713FD

Ouson Gardens

S713RP

Rectory Close

S714PJ

Kirk Cross Crescent

S714QF

Milgate Street

S714RR

High Street

S714AT

Cross Lane

S714HW

Summer Lane

S714JT

Meadstead Drive

S714AR

Cross Lane

S714EL

Skye Croft

S714FE

Millers Croft

S714TD

Hardwick Close

S714AJ

Meadow Road

S714AS

Calder Avenue

S714BJ

Bisley Close

S714BT

Calder Close

S714DQ

North Road

S714HH

Birkdale Road

S714QD

Empire Terrace

S714FA

Orchard Grove

S714QW

Midland Road

S714AN

East End Crescent

S714RZ

Chevet View

S713EJ

Lynwood Drive

S714LS

High View

S714AF

Park View

S714AG

Church Hill

S714DL

Meadow Crescent

S714EJ

Warren Close

S714ET

Station Road

S714EX

Oakwood Road

S714NR

Kirkfield Way

S714PL

Royston Lane

S714TE

Park Close

S714NL

Royston Lane

S714QJ

Midland Road

S714QS

Jack Close Orchard

S714RE

Railway Court

S714ST

Boswell Close

S713ES

Lynwood Drive

S714BB

Lund Hill Lane

S714DX

Poplar Terrace

S714JD

Common Lane

S714AE

Park Crescent

S714BP

Midland Road

S714EW

Station Road

S714FG

Monkton Way

S714GA

Old Royston Avenue

S714LD

Grange Road

S714QH

Rowland Street

S714NX

Royston Lane

S714DB

North Road

S714DU

Back Poplar Terrace

S714HE

Ainsdale Road

S714LL

Manor Grove

S714PT

Doles Avenue

S713FH

Lambecroft

S714BL

Craven Close

S714QZ

Church Street

S714RQ

The Pastures

S714RS

High Street

S714SW

Kingsland Court

S714AZ

Midland Road

S714BD

Lund Hill Lane

S714FL

Jubilee Gardens

S714JE

Queensway

S714JZ

Doles Crescent

S714RD

High Street

S714SG

Manor Occupation Road

S714SZ

Buckingham Court

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.