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Rotherham Central

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Rotherham / Rotherham Central

About

Rotherham Central is the main commercial and transport hub of the town, located in South Yorkshire. The area is centered around the railway station, which provides connections to Sheffield, Leeds, and Doncaster. Key landmarks include the Rotherham Minster, a historic church, and the nearby All Saints Square, a pedestrianized space often used for markets and events.

The area features a mix of retail outlets, cafes, and local businesses, catering to both residents and visitors. Rotherham Interchange, adjacent to the train station, serves as a major bus terminal, improving accessibility. The town hall and library are also situated nearby, adding to the area's civic importance. While primarily functional, Rotherham Central has seen redevelopment efforts to enhance its appeal.

Area overview

On average Rotherham Central has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 452 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rotherham Central is £29,500 per year. There are 2 schools in Rotherham Central: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
452
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
34.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rotherham Central Population
7,452
Population density
2,390.1 per km²

Demographics

British
3,677
49.3%
Pakistani
1,311
17.58%
Other White
715
9.59%
Other
421
5.64%
Roma
321
4.3%
Total population: 7,458

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,049
34.17%
Social rents from council
661
21.53%
Owns outright
497
16.19%
Owns with a mortgage
360
11.73%
Other social rented
335
10.91%
Total households: 3,070

Property prices in Rotherham Central

Based on 44 recent sales, the median property price is £93,500 in Rotherham Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £36,250 up to £300,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£232,500
Flats7£90,000
Semi-Detached9£140,000
Terraced26£69,350

10 years price trend in Rotherham Central

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.