Barnsley
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Barnsley, NSW 2278.
About Barnsley
Welcome to Barnsley
Market snapshot
Barnsley property market
Median sale price
$850k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$721k
Median
$850k
Premium
$938k
Days on market
15
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
13
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Barnsley by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Barnsley, NSW 2278.
Population
1,735
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$1,784
median, per week
Median rent
$360
per week
Median mortgage
$1,733
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Barnsley
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Barnsley
$725k
79 George Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.01m
54 Macquarie Street
Sold ~July 2026
$870k
29 Thomas Street
Sold ~July 2026
$850k
6a Northville Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$1.60m
42 Charlton Street
Sold ~June 2026
$980k
39 Government Road
Sold ~June 2026
$863k
70 Macquarie Street
Sold ~June 2026
$840k
9 Thomas Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Barnsley
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Price map around Barnsley
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Common questions
Barnsley suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Barnsley?
The median house price in Barnsley, NSW is $850k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.4%.
Is Barnsley a good place to live?
Barnsley is a township in New South Wales, Australia, 21 kilometres (13 mi) west of Newcastle's central business district. Barnsley is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,735 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Barnsley?
Barnsley has a population of 1,735 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
What schools are in Barnsley?
There is 1 school in or near Barnsley, including Barnsley Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Barnsley?
Properties in Barnsley take around 15 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Barnsley?
Entry-level properties in Barnsley start around $721k, while premium homes reach $938k.
What suburbs are near Barnsley?
Suburbs near Barnsley include Edgeworth, Holmesville, Cameron Park, Argenton and West Wallsend.
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