S26 2AD is a sought-after residential area on Aston Common, 0.3km from Thorpe, Nether in Rotherham. Administratively it sits within Aston & Todwick ward and the Rother Valley constituency.
For serious buyers, S26 2AD is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 92% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £298k. 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 2AD are sourced from Output Area E00038853 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASTON COMMON, S26 2AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASTON COMMON, S26 2AD.
127
44
£ 34,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
S26 2AD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £298k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £298k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S26 2AD. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 287,500
5 sales · Mean £ 275,900
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S26 2AD has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Aston Hall Junior and Infant School
Aston All Saints CofE (A) Primary School
Aston Lodge Primary School
Springwood Junior Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Molly's Tea Room0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Yellow Lion0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Aston Hall Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kiveton Bridge2.9 km
- Kiveton Park4.3 km
- Woodhouse4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Worksop Road/Aston Relief Road0.1 km
- Worksop Road/Parklands0.2 km
- Worksop Road/Green Lane0.4 km
- Worksop Road/Green Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S262AD · Data under Open Government Licence