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Rotherham East

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Rotherham / Rotherham East

About

Rotherham East is a ward located in the eastern part of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The area includes residential neighborhoods such as Eastwood, Ferham, and parts of Canklow. It is bordered by the River Don to the north and the town center to the west. The ward features a mix of housing, including terraced homes, council estates, and some newer developments. Public transport links connect it to central Rotherham and surrounding areas.

The ward has several green spaces, including Eastwood Park and Ferham Park, providing recreational areas for residents. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community centers. Industrial sites are scattered along the eastern edges, contributing to the area's employment base. Rotherham East has faced economic challenges but remains a key part of the town's urban fabric.

Area overview

On average Rotherham East has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 134 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rotherham East is £29,838 per year. There are 11 schools in Rotherham East: 8 primary (2 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
134
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
35.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rotherham East Population
16,747
Population density
4,329.6 per km²

Demographics

British
10,622
63.43%
Pakistani
2,497
14.91%
Other White
821
4.9%
Other
564
3.37%
Other Asian
478
2.85%
Total population: 16,746

Housing

Social rents from council
2,002
30.21%
Owns outright
1,346
20.31%
Owns with a mortgage
1,279
19.3%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,187
17.91%
Other social rented
553
8.34%
Total households: 6,627

Property prices in Rotherham East

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £125,000 in Rotherham East area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,500 up to £246,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£165,000
Flats7£65,000
Semi-Detached32£138,500
Terraced35£71,000

10 years price trend in Rotherham East

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Data Sources

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