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Anston & Woodsetts

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About

Anston & Woodsetts are neighbouring villages situated in the borough of Rotherham, located to the east of the M1 motorway. The area is characterised by residential housing, local shops, and community facilities set within a landscape that includes farmland and pockets of woodland. Anston is the larger settlement, with a more developed centre, while Woodsetts retains a distinctly village-like atmosphere. The local geography is defined by the presence of Anston Stones Wood, a notable ancient woodland.

The area is known for its proximity to Anston Stones Wood, a Site of Special Scientific Interest famed for its impressive limestone gorge and geological features. This natural landmark provides walking routes and is a significant local green space. The villages are primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, and are served by several primary schools and local amenities, fostering a strong sense of community.

Area overview

On average Anston & Woodsetts has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Anston & Woodsetts is £50,710 per year. There are 3 schools in Anston & Woodsetts: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Anston & Woodsetts is home to around 8,513 people, with a population density of about 460.5 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
7.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Anston & Woodsetts Population
8,513
Population density
460.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
18.32(-59%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.57(+2%)
Shoplifting
6.23(-29%)
Vehicle crime
5.05(-10%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.58(-47%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,226
96.59%
Other White
79
0.93%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
26
0.31%
White and Asian (mixed)
24
0.28%
Indian
23
0.27%
Total population: 8,516

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,095
29.32%
No qualifications
1,283
17.96%
Level 3 (A level)
1,271
17.79%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,059
14.82%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
750
10.5%
Total 16+ residents: 7,145

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,825
49.06%
Owns with a mortgage
1,162
31.24%
Social rents from council
345
9.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
285
7.66%
Other forms of private rent
61
1.64%
Total households: 3,720

Property prices in Anston & Woodsetts

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £215,000 in Anston & Woodsetts area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £795,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Anston & Woodsetts in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Anston & Woodsetts over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached40£318,000£2,837
Semi-Detached49£185,000£2,256
Terraced8£158,750£2,212

10 years median price trend in Anston & Woodsetts

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Anston & Woodsetts.

All postcodes in Anston & Woodsetts

S255AL

Crowgate

S254GU

Belvedere Close

S255DS

Sheffield Road

S818SF

Scholey Avenue

S254JJ

Houghton Road

S254DA

Plantation Avenue

S818BB

Worksop Road

S254AH

Common Road

S818RA

Lindrick Road

S254FD

Lindale Close

S818RG

Dinnington Road

S254AZ

Hillside

S254FJ

Brook Croft

S254EH

Windmill Road

S266NQ

Dog Kennel Hill

S259BA

Houghton Road

S254DG

Hanging Bank Court

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.