Is S26 1HQ a safe place to live?

Yes, S26 1HQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S26 1HQ?

The average property price in S26 1HQ is currently around £628k.

What is the population of S26 1HQ?

The population for the S26 1HQ area is approximately 344 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

MANOR DRIVE, S26 1HQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANOR DRIVE, S26 1HQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

344

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S26 1HQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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10/10

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4/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

S26 1HQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £628k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £628k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S26 1HQ is a safe, established residential area on Manor Drive, 0.3km from Todwick in Todwick. Administratively it sits within Aston & Todwick ward and the Rother Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in S26, S26 1HQ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £628k.

Census 2021 statistics for S26 1HQ are sourced from Output Area E00039250 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S26 1HQ. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%

Asian / British Asian2.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 628,750

2 sales · Mean £ 628,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

S26 1HQ has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13

Public order4

Other theft2

Anti-social behaviour1

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Todwick Primary School

Good211 pupils0.4 km

Kiveton Park Infant School

Good153 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Cyprus Gardens0.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Heaven is Homemade0.5 km
The Real Cafe0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kiveton Bridge1.6 km
Kiveton Park2.0 km
Shireoaks6.5 km

Bus Stops

Kiveton Lane/Mill Hills0.2 km
Kiveton Lane/Manor Way0.2 km
Kiveton Lane/Rectory Gardens0.3 km
Kiveton Lane/The Meadows0.3 km
Kiveton Lane/Mortains0.3 km