| Council | Barnsley |
| Crime Rate | High for a Yorkshire and the Humber suburb 155% above the national average. |
| Vibe | 🚶♀️ No Car Needed |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
The average house price in Athersley is £146,739, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Athersley house price trends over the last 30 years.
£146,739
£295,000
£105,000
£151,663
£128,109
Is Athersley a nice place to live?
Athersley is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Athersley?
Athersley has a high crime rate for a Yorkshire and the Humber suburb, with around 190 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 155% above the national average, and 129% above the South Yorkshire average.
What are the best schools in Athersley?
Athersley has 19 schools nearby. Schools rated Good by Ofsted include Burton Road Primary School, Athersley South Primary School, Wilthorpe Primary School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Athersley?
The majority of residents in Athersley identify as White (British) (92%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (93%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.