New homes in Barnsley

Sitting between Leeds and Sheffield, Barnsley is a well-connected town in South Yorkshire. Also surrounded by places like Huddersfield, Wakefield and Rotherham, houses in Barnsley are an hour’s drive across the Pennines to Manchester.

With local attractions including the riverside Dearne Valley Country Park, Wentworth Castle and the Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre, go for walks around Worsbrough Reservoir before relaxing in Locke Park. Don’t miss Monk Bretton Priory and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park either; easily accessible from our developments closest to Barnsley below.

 • Leeds • Sheffield • South Yorkshire • Huddersfield • Wakefield • Rotherham • Manchester

What is life like in Barnsley?

An exciting town with great connections and a superb setting, Barnsley appeals to homebuyers for a variety of reasons. And thanks to offers like our Part Exchange scheme, where we could act as a guaranteed buyer for your existing home, there are lots of great ways to buy your new home in Barnsley through us.

What is there to see and do in Barnsley?

Barnsley offers easy access to swathes of open countryside, not least to the west of town where you can enjoy the spectacular Peak District just a short drive from home. The Cooper Gallery and the Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre will be even closer to your front door, while Calypso Cove Waterpark is a great day out for the whole family.


Wentworth Castle is only a few miles from the centre of town, where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll around the historic landmark and its pretty gardens. From Locke Park andPenny Pie Park to walks around the Fleets and shopping trips to Barnsley Market, you can also enjoy the beautiful Worsbrough Country Park on the southern edge of town.

What is education like in Barnsley?

This is a great place to live if you have children or plan to in the future. St Mary’s Church of England Primary is a good local school for younger kids, while Gawber Primary is an outstanding by Ofsted. Barnsley College is also in the education board’s top bracket and perfect for further education, while Horizon Community College and the all-through Springwell Alternative Academy are both classed as good.

How are the transport links in Barnsley?

Barnsley’s transport links are one of the town’s foremost features. Yorkshire hubs such as Leeds and Bradford are only around 20 miles away, while Sheffield is less than 15 miles from Barnsley. You can get to all of these cities by using the M1 motorway which passes just to the west of town, while rail services are also good. It’s just over 20 minutes to Sheffield for example, while you can catch the train to Leeds in a little over half an hour.

What is the Barnsley property scene like?

Barnsley is a place with many strings to its bow, which makes it attractive to a range of homebuyers. There’s a vibrant property market in the town, with new homes constantly coming to market.

New Homes Offers & Schemes in Barnsley

At Barratt Homes, we offer modern housing to cater for all lifestyles. We want you to enjoy your homebuying journey, which is why we offer a wide range of schemes. If you are a first-time buyer, you can take advantage of the Home Reach scheme, while Movemaker and Part Exchange could help you sell your current home, so that you can set your eyes on the next one.
Whatever your unique situation, we support you every step of the way. Get in touch today and become a homeowner with us.