Buying in Barnsley
If you’re looking to move to a large town with lots of amenities on your doorstep that hasn’t lost it’s old-world charm and history, Barnsley could be an area to consider for your next home. This South Yorkshire town still boasts a large outdoor market and a wide range of historic pubs, yet has all the shopping and leisure facilities to keep up with modern life. House prices are much lower than the national UK average at just £148,000, meaning you can get a lot more for your money in Barnsley.
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Transport in Barnsley
The town's transport hub, Barnsley Interchange, is home to both the rail and bus network. It’s a fantastic place to commute to and from the surrounding areas.
Travelling by rail means you can be in the city of Leeds in as little as 35 minutes, as well as frequent links to Sheffield, Huddersfield and Nottingham. There are also four trains per hour to Meadowhall, a vast shopping centre just on the outside of Sheffield.
For residents who drive, Barnsley is situated close to the M1 motorway, connecting the town directly to Leeds and beyond, as well as access to the South and London.
Living in Barnsley
Barnsley offers a wide range of homes to suit all budgets. You can choose from traditional stone-built terraced houses close to the town centre, to newer apartment developments for the young professional.
If you’re looking for a quieter area just outside the hustle and bustle of the town, consider the areas of Darton and Dodworth. Both these towns have a village vibe, whilst still providing excellent transport links and are a stone's throw away from Barnsley’s wide range of shopping and leisure amenities.
Barnsley is not short of excellent education facilities either. Both Penistone Grammar School and Gawber Primary school rated highly in recent Ofstead reports, ideal to give your children a perfect start in their schooling.
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