Barnsley vs Sprotbrough
Which is better to live in? Distance: 12.5 miles apart.
The verdict
Barnsley is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 32% lower. Barnsley has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Barnsley edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Barnsley
£199,362
Sprotbrough
£291,794
Crime Rate
Barnsley
94.8
Sprotbrough
116.2
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Barnsley
100.0%
Sprotbrough
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Barnsley
421.9
Sprotbrough
414
EPC Rating
Barnsley
70.2
Sprotbrough
70.6
Median Income
Barnsley
£30,472
Sprotbrough
£30,329
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Sprotbrough commands an average of £291,794, compared with £199,362 in Barnsley – a difference of 32%. The most affordable entry point in Barnsley is a flat at £99,003, while in Sprotbrough it is a semi-detached at £212,349.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 44% pricier in Sprotbrough (£236,667 vs £132,170).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Barnsley prices grew faster — 46% vs 28%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberBarnsley has a crime rate of 94.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 23% lower than Sprotbrough at 116.2 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Barnsley is violent-crime, while in Sprotbrough it is violent-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in Yorkshire and the HumberFamilies may prefer Barnsley, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Sprotbrough. There are 21 schools in Barnsley and 3 in Sprotbrough.
Barnsley School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 21 schools (18 primary, 3 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Sprotbrough School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Barnsley | Sprotbrough |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 21 | 3 |
| Primary | 18 | 3 |
| Secondary | 3 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 421.9 Mbps in Barnsley and 414.0 Mbps in Sprotbrough. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97.2% of premises in Barnsley and 97.8% in Sprotbrough. Gigabit availability stands at 80.2% in Barnsley and 79% in Sprotbrough.
Barnsley is the faster of the two by 2% on average download speed (422 vs 414 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Sprotbrough leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.6 (C), while Barnsley averages 70.2 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,134 in Barnsley and £1,114 in Sprotbrough. 58.9% of homes in Barnsley have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 60% in Sprotbrough.
Sprotbrough has more energy-efficient housing — 60% reach band C or above, vs 58.9% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,472 in Barnsley and £30,329 in Sprotbrough. The median age is 43.5 in Barnsley and 43.5 in Sprotbrough. Owner-occupancy is 62.3% in Barnsley versus 62.5% in Sprotbrough. Employment rates stand at 55.9% in Barnsley and 55.4% in Sprotbrough.
| Indicator | Barnsley | Sprotbrough |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 71,394 | 7,546 |
| Median Age | 43.5 | 43.5 |
| Median Household Income | £30,472 | £30,329 |
| Employment Rate | 55.9% | 55.4% |
| Owner Occupied | 62.3% | 62.5% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 23.4% | 23% |
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