S66 1BN is a safe, established residential area on Melhaven Way, 0.3km from Lings Common in Wickersley and Bramley. Administratively it sits within Bramley & Ravenfield ward and the Rother Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in S66, S66 1BN offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k, up 5.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S66 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00038949 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MELHAVEN WAY, S66 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELHAVEN WAY, S66 1BN.
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39
£ 0 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S66 1BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S66 1BN spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. £330k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 5.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S66 1BN. The average age is 39.1. 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
Detached
£ 330,000
9 sales · Mean £ 352,555
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S66 1BN has low crime rates — 34 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.
school Local Schools
Wickersley School and Sports College
St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Bramley Grange Primary School
Bramley Sunnyside Junior School
Bramley Sunnyside Infant School
Wickersley Northfield Primary School
Flanderwell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Bramley Youth & Community Centre0.4 km
- King Li Cantonese Restaurant0.7 km
- Sir Jack0.9 km
- Social Stop Cafe0.9 km
- W Italian0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- King Henry0.6 km
- Wickersley Social Club0.8 km
- The Travellers0.7 km
- Bramley WMC0.5 km
- Joker0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- In House Pizza & Grill0.7 km
- E&S Desserts0.6 km
- Afters - Handcrafted Desserts0.6 km
- Hongkong City Chinese Cuisine & Fish and Chips0.6 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Shell Bramley1.0 km
- Be Sustainable0.9 km
- Peter Cusworth Craftsman Butcher1.0 km
- Well Pharmacy Ltd0.7 km
- Bramley Mini Mart0.8 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.6 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rotherham Central6.0 km
- Swinton (South Yorkshire)7.8 km
- Mexborough7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bawtry Road/Church Lane0.2 km
- Bawtry Road/Church Lane0.3 km
- Bawtry Road/Plane Drive0.3 km
- Church Lane/Opp Entrance to Bramley Park0.4 km
- Bawtry Road/Flash Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S661BN · Data under Open Government Licence