Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

KIVETON LANE, S26 1JJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KIVETON LANE, S26 1JJ.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, S26 1JJ combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£427k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £427k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

S26 1JJ is a sought-after residential area on Kiveton Lane, 0.4km from Todwick in Todwick. Administratively it sits within Wales ward and the Rother Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in S26, S26 1JJ offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £427k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for S26 1JJ are sourced from Output Area E00039248 (shared with 10 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 1JJ. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 260,000

5 sales · Mean £ 350,500

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

S26 1JJ has low crime rates — 12 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 offences12
Public order3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Todwick Primary School

Good211 pupils0.6 km
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Kiveton Park Infant School

Good153 pupils1.1 km
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Wales High School

Good1825 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Cyprus Gardens0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Real Cafe0.3 km
  • Heaven is Homemade0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kiveton Bridge1.3 km
  • Kiveton Park1.8 km
  • Shireoaks6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Kiveton Lane/The Meadows0.0 km
  • Kiveton Lane/Rectory Gardens0.0 km
  • Kiveton Lane/Mill Hills0.2 km
  • Kiveton Lane/Manor Way0.3 km
  • The Pastures/The Meadows0.5 km