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Boston Castle

About

Boston Castle ward in Rotherham covers an area in the town center, including key landmarks like Clifton Park and Rotherham Minster. The ward is named after Boston Castle, a historic hunting lodge built in the 18th century, which overlooks the town. The area features a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, with Clifton Park offering leisure facilities and open grounds.

The ward includes parts of the town’s retail and civic core, with Rotherham Interchange providing transport links. Housing ranges from Victorian terraces to modern developments, with some industrial sites toward the outskirts. The ward’s central location makes it a hub for local services and community events.

Area overview

On average Boston Castle has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 554 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Boston Castle is £34,083 per year. There are 6 schools in Boston Castle: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
554
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
28.7%
Connectivity
N/A
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