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Wath

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Rotherham / Wath

About

Wath ward is located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. It includes the town of Wath-upon-Dearne, a historic settlement with roots dating back to the Domesday Book. The area is known for its mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, with a focus on community facilities and local services.

The ward features a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, alongside shops, schools, and leisure amenities. Nearby parks, such as Montgomery Park, provide open spaces for recreation. Public transport links connect Wath to Rotherham town centre and surrounding areas, making it a practical location for commuters. The ward retains a strong sense of local identity, with events and traditions reflecting its industrial and mining heritage.

Area overview

On average Wath has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 108 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wath is £34,659 per year. There are 5 schools in Wath: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

108

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

20.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wath Population

9,274

Population density

1,097 per km²

Demographics

British

8,713

93.96%

Other White

174

1.88%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.54%

African

0.54%

White and Black African (mixed)

0.37%

Total population: 9,273

Housing

Owns outright

1,205

29.99%

Owns with a mortgage

1,025

25.51%

Social rents from council

834

20.76%

Private landlord or letting agency

532

13.24%

Other social rented

301

7.49%

Total households: 4,018

Property prices in Wath

Based on 77 recent sales, the median property price is £172,000 in Wath area, with individual transactions ranging from £43,000 up to £595,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	15	£290,000	£179,250	£235,000	£347,500	£483,000
Flats	5	£125,000	£49,300	£74,500	£159,000	£169,400
Semi-Detached	27	£179,950	£120,000	£157,500	£195,000	£270,500
Terraced	30	£117,500	£75,450	£96,250	£178,500	£250,000

10 years price trend in Wath

All postcodes in Wath

S973ZU

Wath upon Dearne

S973AJ

Wath upon Dearne

S973FX

Wath upon Dearne

S635AA

Farfield Park

S636RL

Denman Road

S637BD

Oak Road

S637BW

Burman Road

S637DZ

Acorn Place

S637GG

Golden Smithies Lane

S637JA

Buckleigh Road

S637JT

Poplar Drive

S637SW

Campsall Field Road

S637TD

Gipsy Green Lane

S637TL

Quarry Hill Road

S973DS

Wath upon Dearne

S636JF

Cutts Avenue

S636SN

Thornhill Place

S637EZ

Oaklands Place

S637HY

Buckleigh Road

S637LD

Park Road

S637NP

Cherry Tree Place

S973ZX

Wath upon Dearne

S973GE

Wath upon Dearne

S636FW

Greenfield Mews

S636LQ

Quaker Close

S637NF

Henry Road

S637PN

Sandygate

S637QE

High Street

S637RT

Moor Road

S637ST

Campsall Field Road

S637TJ

Gipsy Green Lane

S973GG

Wath upon Dearne

S636HU

Cemetery Road

S636JJ

Hall Drive

S635DJ

Brookfields Way

S636LL

Cemetery Road

S637AY

Hawthorne Road

S637DP

Bridge End Lane

S637GE

Coronation Road

S637GJ

Golden Smithies Lane

S637HN

Fitzwilliam Avenue

S637HP

Buckleigh Road

S637HT

Varney Road

S637NH

Charles Road

S637SG

Campsall Field Close

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Data Sources

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

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