sheffield S63 Postcodes

Sheffield (S63)

The S63 postcode area is located in the Sheffield postcode town region, within the county of South Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1360 individual postcodes.

There are 24 electoral wards in the S63 postcode area, including Barnsley, Chesterfield, Dronfield, Hope Valley, Mexborough, Rotherham, Sheffield, Worksop which come under the local authority of the Barnsley Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 11% of people in S63 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of S63 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The S63 postcode is located in the Sheffield district of South Yorkshire in the United Kingdom. It covers an area which includes the villages of Barnburgh, Bolton upon Dearne, Wath upon Dearne and Mexborough, as well as Dearne Valley, Brierley, Hooton Pagnell, Stainforth and Kirk Sandall. It also includes smaller settlements such as Old Denaby, High Melton, Brampton Bierlow, Harlington, Braithwell, Firbeck, Thrybergh, Catcliffe, Ravenfield and Bolton-on-Dearne. The S63 postcode is mainly residential and rural, with the majority of the area consisting of open countryside and woodlands. It is also home to several large industrial sites, such as the Maltby Colliery and the Wath-upon-Dearne Power Station.

The area has excellent road connections, giving easy access to the cities of Sheffield, Doncaster, Barnsley and Rotherham. There is also the option of travelling by train, with stations in Wath-upon-Dearne and Mexborough providing service to Leeds, Manchester and London.

Of particular interest in the area is the experience of country living. The S63 Postcode boasts many farmland and country walks, as well as numerous nature reserves, parks and woodlands. The countryside here is particularly attractive, with its rolling hills, lush forests and small picturesque settlements.

The economy of the S63 postcode relies heavily on its industrial sites, as well as on agriculture. The area is well known for its strawberries, which are largely grown in the area's rich soil. Other commodities such as sheep and cattle are also farmed here.

Despite its rural nature, S63 postcode has many amenities, including primary and secondary schools, health services and leisure facilities. There are also two shopping centres in the area, located in Barnsley and Doncaster. Doncaster Racecourse, known for being one of the oldest in the country, is also located here.

In terms of culture and leisure, the area is served by a variety of churches, cafes and pubs. Several events are hosted here each year, including a carnival in Barnburgh and a Victorian fair in Mexborough. The S63 postcode has long been a popular destination for countryside holidays, with plenty of accommodation for visitors to choose from.

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