Affordability in Barnsley
Homes in Barnsley cost about 5.0× the typical full-time salary, versus 7.6× across England & Wales. That makes it more affordable than the national picture.
Based on ONS house-price to workplace-earnings ratios, 2025. The England & Wales median is 7.6×.
Renting in Barnsley
| Property size | Average rent (pcm) | Change on a year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | £507 | +7.7% |
| 2 bed | £630 | +8.0% |
| 3 bed | £753 | +8.0% |
| 4+ bed | £1,087 | +7.0% |
| All sizes | £696 | +7.8% |
Frequently asked
What is the average house price in Barnsley?
The median house price in Barnsley is £180,000 (ONS, 2025), about 5.0× the typical full-time salary.
How much is rent in Barnsley?
The average private rent for a two-bedroom home in Barnsley is £630 per month (ONS Price Index of Private Rents, August 2026). It averages existing tenancies as well as new lets, so newly advertised rents are usually higher.
Where does this Barnsley data come from?
House prices and affordability ratios come from ONS. Rents are average private rents from the ONS Price Index of Private Rents, for the latest published month. Demographics are Census 2021 figures aggregated to local-authority level. England & Wales only.
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