Is S70 6HY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
540 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of S70 6HY. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£175,537
Average price in Barnsley (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Up 3.5% year on year.
- Terraced
- £141,239
- Semi-detached
- £173,448
- Detached
- £277,348
- Flat / maisonette
- £92,791
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for S70 6HY specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near S70 6HY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near S70 6HY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.