S66 1EA is a sought-after residential area on Morthen Road, 1.0km from Lings Common in Wickersley and Bramley. Administratively it sits within Thurcroft & Wickersley South ward and the Rother Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in S66, S66 1EA offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k. 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 S66 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00038948 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MORTHEN ROAD, S66 1EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORTHEN ROAD, S66 1EA.
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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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
S66 1EA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £390k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S66 1EA. The average age is 43.1. 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
£ 360,000
5 sales · Mean £ 375,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S66 1EA has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Wickersley School and Sports College
Wickersley Northfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Wickersley Social Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rotherham Central5.9 km
- Woodhouse7.5 km
- Kiveton Bridge7.7 km
Bus Stops
- Morthen Road/Nethermoor Drive0.1 km
- Morthen Road/Moat Lane0.1 km
- Morthen Road/Nethermoor Drive0.1 km
- Morthen Road/Moat Lane0.2 km
- Morthen Road/Newhall Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S661EA · Data under Open Government Licence