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About

Hoober ward is located in the northern part of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The area is primarily rural, with open farmland and scattered settlements. It includes the villages of Wentworth and Thorpe Hesley, which feature a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The ward is bordered by the M1 motorway, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

The landscape is characterised by green spaces and woodland, with Wentworth Woodhouse, a historic stately home, being a notable landmark. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with several farms operating in the area. Public transport links are limited, with most residents relying on private vehicles. The ward has a small population, contributing to its quiet, countryside atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Hoober has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 93 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hoober is £39,233 per year. There are 5 schools in Hoober: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hoober Population

12,988

Population density

493.1 per km²

Demographics

British

12,332

94.95%

Other White

188

1.45%

African

0.53%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.42%

Indian

0.41%

Total population: 12,988

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,982

36.87%

Owns outright

1,473

27.4%

Social rents from council

870

16.18%

Private landlord or letting agency

698

12.98%

Other social rented

194

3.61%

Total households: 5,376

Property prices in Hoober

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £169,250 in Hoober area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

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

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Hoober over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	33	£320,000	£178,000	£275,000	£360,000	£503,000
Flats	3	£115,000	£101,500	£107,500	£126,750	£136,150
Semi-Detached	41	£165,000	£117,000	£135,000	£210,000	£242,000
Terraced	47	£125,000	£93,600	£111,000	£167,525	£231,000

10 years median price trend in Hoober

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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