About Braithwell

Braithwell is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S66. It lies in the Dearne Valley, near the town of Barnsley, and is part of the metropolitan borough of Barnsley. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to the medieval period. It is situated close to the River Dearne and is surrounded by rural landscapes, with fields and hedgerows typical of the Yorkshire countryside. The local area includes a mix of residential properties and some former industrial sites, reflecting the region’s coal mining heritage. Braithwell is served by local bus routes and is within easy reach of Barnsley town centre. The village has a community hall and a few local amenities, supporting a close-knit community. Its location offers access to walking trails and green spaces along the river and surrounding countryside.

School Ratings in Braithwell

Braithwell is served by 67 schools. Flanderwell Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Braithwell

Property prices average £188K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £155K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Braithwell

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Braithwell, with 19 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Braithwell

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Braithwell falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Braithwell

Most properties in Braithwell can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,308 sales

Average Price £188K
£600 — £2.58M
Detached £285K 1,995
Semi £155K 2,377
Terraced £106K 1,475
Flat £121K 250

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary
8 Secondary
16 Other
Sutherland House School Braithwell 0.2 miles Maltby Manor Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Stepping Stones Children's Centre Good 1.4 miles Maltby Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles Maltby Lilly Hall Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Hilltop School 1.7 miles Crags Community School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School (Maltby) Primary Good 1.8 miles Maltby Redwood Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Sir Thomas Wharton Academy Secondary 2 miles Hill Top Academy Primary Outstanding 2.2 miles Abbeywood School Good 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Braithwell IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Braithwell in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
10,976 Children (0-15) 18%
37,194 Working Age 61%
17,087 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Braithwell 154 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Braithwell falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

59 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
17 Vehicle Crime
15 Shoplifting
14 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Drugs
6 Public Order
5 Burglary
4 Other Theft
4 Other Crime
3 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Conisbrough Train Station 3.1 miles
Mexborough Train Station 5 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 5.4 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 6.8 miles
Bolton-Upon-Dearne Train Station 7 miles
Bentley (South Yorkshire) Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Micklebring 1.2 miles Stainton 1.4 miles Maltby 1.4 miles Clifton 1.8 miles Old Edlington 1.9 miles Hooton Levitt 2 miles Wilsic 2.2 miles Hellaby 2.2 miles New Edlington 2.5 miles Wadworth 2.6 miles Carr 2.8 miles Conisbrough 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Rotherham
Ward Thurcroft & Wickersley South
Constituency Rother Valley
Parish Wickersley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S66 30 shown View all streets

A634 7 Abbotsford Drive 1 Acacia Avenue 2 Acorn Way 1 Acre Close 3 Acrewood Drive 1 Addison Road 2 Adelaide Street 1 Air Mount Close 1 Aireton Close 2 Aldersgate Court 3 Alderwood Close 1 Aldred Close 1 Aldrens Close 1 Aldrin Way 1 Alexandra Street 2 All Hallowes Drive 1 Almond Close 1 Almond Glade 1 Amory's Holt Close 1 Amory's Holt Drive 2 Amory's Holt Way 1 Arbour Crescent 1 Arbour Drive 1 Archery Close 1 Armstrong Walk 1 Arnside Road 1 Ascension Close 2 Ash Court 1 Ash Grove 2

Postcodes in S66 50 shown View all postcodes

S66 1AA S66 1AB S66 1AD S66 1AE S66 1AF S66 1AG S66 1AH S66 1AJ S66 1AL S66 1AN S66 1AP S66 1AQ S66 1AR S66 1AS S66 1AT S66 1AU S66 1AW S66 1AY S66 1AZ S66 1BA S66 1BB S66 1BD S66 1BE S66 1BF S66 1BG S66 1BH S66 1BJ S66 1BL S66 1BN S66 1BP S66 1BQ S66 1BS S66 1BT S66 1BU S66 1BW S66 1BY S66 1DA S66 1DB S66 1DL S66 1DP S66 1DQ S66 1DR S66 1DS S66 1DT S66 1DU S66 1DW S66 1DX S66 1DY S66 1DZ S66 1EA