Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

THE ORCHARD, S66 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE ORCHARD, S66 1AY.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

43%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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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, S66 1AY combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£925k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

S66 1AY is a safe, established residential area on The Orchard, 0.0km from Lings Common in Wickersley and Bramley. Administratively it sits within Thurcroft & Wickersley South ward and the Rother Valley constituency.

For serious buyers, S66 1AY is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 47, 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 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £925k.

Census 2021 statistics for S66 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00038945 (shared with 28 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 S66 1AY. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.8%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 925,000

1 sales · Mean £ 925,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S66 1AY has low crime rates — 41 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 offences48
Anti-social behaviour19
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson13
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Wickersley School and Sports College

Outstanding2117 pupils0.3 km
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St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Good244 pupils0.5 km
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Wickersley Northfield Primary School

Good452 pupils0.8 km
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Bramley Sunnyside Junior School

Good335 pupils1.0 km
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Bramley Sunnyside Infant School

Good271 pupils1.0 km
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Bramley Grange Primary School

Inadequate259 pupils1.0 km
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Flanderwell Primary School

Outstanding386 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • Bargain Booze0.8 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Bargain Booze0.9 km
  • Be Sustainable0.7 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Bollywood0.8 km
  • Bramley Youth & Community Centre0.7 km
  • Elif0.8 km
  • Fika Coffee Lounge0.8 km
  • The Secret Garden Cafe Wickersley0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.8 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • KFC0.9 km
  • Shiraz Pizza0.8 km
  • Wickersley Chinese Take Away0.8 km
  • Afters - Handcrafted Desserts0.9 km
  • Hongkong City Chinese Cuisine & Fish and Chips0.9 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Bramley WMC0.8 km
  • Joker0.8 km
  • King Henry0.9 km
  • Three Horseshoes0.8 km
  • Wickersley Social Club0.5 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rotherham Central5.8 km
  • Swinton (South Yorkshire)7.9 km
  • Mexborough8.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Bawtry Road/Plane Drive0.4 km
  • Bawtry Road/Plane Drive0.4 km
  • Bawtry Road/Church Lane0.4 km
  • Morthen Road/Wood Lane0.4 km
  • Morthen Road/Gillott Lane0.5 km