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Area guide

S73 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the S73 postcode area, covering Barnsley and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

S73 area price snapshot

Average price

£119,156

Median price

£93,625

5-year trend

+40.3%

Total sales

14,237

The S73 area has 679 individual postcodes with 14,237 registered sales. Prices are +70.1% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Barnsley. The five-year price movement is +40.3%.

About Barnsley

A former coal-mining town in South Yorkshire with a regenerating town centre, affordable stone-built terraces and improving links to Sheffield and Leeds.

🚆 Main station

Barnsley

⏱️ London commute

~150 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Barnsley Academy

View full Barnsley property data →

Market context

S73 averages £119,156, placing it in the affordable category, +70.1% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 14,237 recorded sales across 679 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in S73 is +40.3%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for S73

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in S73 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in S73.
  • 🏘️Explore Barnsley. Much of the S73 activity centres on Barnsley. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the S73 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in S73

S73 9JJ

£104,228 avg · 175 sales

S73 0UX

£135,924 avg · 145 sales

S73 0EF

£65,719 avg · 135 sales

S73 0QX

£122,247 avg · 127 sales

S73 8FJ

£134,084 avg · 124 sales

S73 0UY

£147,886 avg · 110 sales

S73 9LH

£61,205 avg · 109 sales

S73 0BQ

£142,910 avg · 106 sales

S73 0DY

£147,553 avg · 95 sales

View all 679 postcodes in S73 →

Useful tools for S73 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£0

Avg £119,156 in S73

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare S73 with other areas

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Barnsley data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This S73 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in S73?

The average sold price in the S73 postcode area is £119,156, based on 14,237 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Barnsley.

How do S73 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in S73 average £119,156, which is +70.1% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in S73 lower than the average?

The median price (£93,625) is 21.4% below the average (£119,156), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have S73 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in S73 have moved +40.3% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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