Is S26 1HY a safe place to live?

Yes, S26 1HY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S26 1HY?

The average property price in S26 1HY is currently around £290k.

What is the population of S26 1HY?

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

Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

RAYLS RISE, S26 1HY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAYLS RISE, S26 1HY.

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 1HY 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

No single demographic signal dominates S26 1HY — age 47, 88% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 5.2% year-on-year.

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

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

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k, up 5.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S26 1HY 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 1HY. 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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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 285,500

4 sales · Mean £ 262,750

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

S26 1HY has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11

Anti-social behaviour4

Public order4

Other theft2

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Todwick Primary School

Good211 pupils0.3 km

Kiveton Park Infant School

Good153 pupils1.6 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 Cafe0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kiveton Bridge1.7 km
Kiveton Park2.1 km
Shireoaks6.5 km

Bus Stops

Kiveton Lane/Manor Way0.3 km
Kiveton Lane/Mortains0.3 km
Kiveton Lane/The Pastures0.3 km
Kiveton Lane/Mill Hills0.3 km
Kiveton Lane/Rectory Gardens0.4 km