Is S26 1JW a safe place to live?

Yes, S26 1JW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 9 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S26 1JW?

The average property price in S26 1JW is currently around £602k.

What is the population of S26 1JW?

The population for the S26 1JW area is approximately 312 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

OLD HALL CLOSE, S26 1JW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD HALL CLOSE, S26 1JW.

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

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Population

312

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

39%

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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7/10

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8/10

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2/10

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4/10

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1/10

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5/10

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2/10

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10/10

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2/10

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Area Character

S26 1JW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £602k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

S26 1JW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Old Hall Close, 0.4km from Todwick in Rotherham. Administratively it sits within Aston & Todwick ward and the Rother Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in S26, S26 1JW offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £602k.

Census 2021 statistics for S26 1JW are sourced from Output Area E00039251 (shared with 22 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 1JW. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active

FT: 25%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 602,500

2 sales · Mean £ 602,500

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

S26 1JW has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour3

Public order3

Violence and sexual offences2

Other theft1

Robbery1

school Local Schools

Todwick Primary School

Good211 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Cyprus Gardens0.5 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Red Lion Hotel0.7 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Greenscene Garden Centre0.7 km
Heaven is Homemade0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kiveton Bridge2.0 km
Kiveton Park2.6 km
Woodhouse6.7 km

Bus Stops

Kiveton Lane/Sheffield Road0.2 km
Kiveton Lane/Sheffield Road0.2 km
Sheffield Road/Kiveton Lane0.3 km
Sheffield Road/Kiveton Lane0.3 km
Kiveton Lane/Mortains0.3 km