Laughton & Throapham is a rural area in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The villages are surrounded by farmland and open countryside, offering a quiet setting away from urban centres. Laughton-en-le-Morthen, the larger of the two, has a mix of historic buildings, including St John the Baptist Church, which dates back to the 12th century. Throapham is smaller, with a more scattered settlement pattern.
The area is primarily residential, with local amenities centred around Laughton, including a village hall and a primary school. Transport links include the A57, providing connections to Sheffield and Worksop. The surrounding countryside features walking routes, such as paths along the Chesterfield Canal. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with fields and woodlands shaping the landscape. The area retains a traditional village character, with limited commercial development.
On average Laughton & Throapham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Laughton & Throapham is £41,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Laughton & Throapham: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 128 recent sales, the median property price is £207,500 in Laughton & Throapham area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £928,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 54 | £314,960 |
| Flats | 6 | £95,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 39 | £183,996 |
| Terraced | 29 | £175,000 |
10 years price trend in Laughton & Throapham
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Longthwaite Close
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Clarke Court
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Hunters Close
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Manor Drive
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Rotherham Road
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Ascot Drive
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Church Lane
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Reavill Close
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East Field Lane
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Cramfit Crescent
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Campbell Way
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Redwall Close
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Carr Lane
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Common Lane
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Barker Hades Road
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Grangewood Road
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Constable Lane
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Church Meadows
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Caxton Way
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Outgang Lane
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Rotherham Road
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Flat Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.