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Swinton South

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Rotherham / Swinton South

About

Swinton South is a residential area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. It is situated close to the town centre of Swinton, which provides local amenities such as shops, schools, and leisure facilities.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A6022 running nearby, offering easy access to Rotherham and other surrounding towns. Green spaces like Swinton Fitzwilliam Park provide recreational opportunities for residents. The nearby River Don adds to the natural landscape, with walking paths along its banks. Swinton South maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere while benefiting from its proximity to larger urban centres.

Area overview

On average Swinton South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 81 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Swinton South is £32,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Swinton South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
81
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
24.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Swinton South Population
6,227
Population density
2,813.4 per km²

Demographics

British
5,964
95.76%
Other White
56
0.9%
African
38
0.61%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
25
0.4%
Pakistani
23
0.37%
Total population: 6,228

Housing

Owns outright
962
35.42%
Owns with a mortgage
880
32.4%
Social rents from council
601
22.13%
Private landlord or letting agency
186
6.85%
Other forms of private rent
47
1.73%
Total households: 2,716

Property prices in Swinton South

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £175,000 in Swinton South area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £320,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£240,000
Flats1£75,000
Semi-Detached44£165,000
Terraced13£155,000

10 years price trend in Swinton South

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Data Sources

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