About Brecks

Brecks is a residential area located in the town of Rotherham, within South Yorkshire, England. It lies to the west of the town centre and is bordered by the A630 road, providing convenient access to nearby amenities. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of older and more modern properties. There are several local shops, a primary school, and a community centre serving the residents. The nearby Rotherham Park offers green space for walking and recreation. The postcode area S65 covers Brecks and surrounding neighbourhoods, and the area is well connected by local bus routes. It is a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood with a strong sense of community.

School Ratings in Brecks

There are 133 schools in and around Brecks. Coleridge Primary is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brecks

The average property price is £150K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brecks

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Brecks, with 141 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brecks

Brecks falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brecks

Broadband speeds in Brecks are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,276 sales

Average Price £150K
£105 — £2.1M
Detached £275K 434
Semi £143K 1,616
Terraced £91K 903
Flat £86K 167

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

82 Primary
16 Secondary
35 Other
Marcliff Family Centre Good 0.5 miles Listerdale Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Flanderwell Early Years Excellence Centre Good 0.8 miles Flanderwell Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Wickersley Northfield Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Trinity Croft CofE Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Bernard's Catholic High School Secondary Good 0.9 miles St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School Primary Good 1 miles The Arnold Centre Good 1 miles Arnold Nursery School Nursery 1 miles Badsley Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brecks IMD 2025

Brecks falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,343 Children (0-15) 20%
28,718 Working Age 62%
11,288 Older (60+) 24%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 58.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 33.3% 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 Brecks 700 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Brecks sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

240 Violence & Sexual Offences
141 Shoplifting
62 Anti-Social Behaviour
58 Public Order
47 Other Theft
39 Criminal Damage & Arson
33 Vehicle Crime
19 Drugs
18 Burglary
13 Other Crime
12 Weapons
11 Robbery
4 Theft from Person
3 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Rotherham Central Train Station 2.4 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 3.7 miles
Mexborough Train Station 4.4 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 4.6 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 5 miles
Conisbrough Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Listerdale 0.6 miles Dalton Magna 0.6 miles East Herringthorpe 0.9 miles Dalton Parva 0.9 miles Sunnyside 0.9 miles Herringthorpe 1.2 miles Bramley 1.2 miles East Dene 1.4 miles Broom 1.4 miles Wickersley 1.4 miles Whinney Hill 1.4 miles Dalton 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Rotherham
Ward Boston Castle
Constituency Rotherham
Parish Rotherham, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S65 30 shown View all streets

A630 1 Albany Street 1 Aldam Close 1 Aldred Street 2 Aldwarke Lane 3 All Saints Square 1 Allan Street 1 Allendale Road 2 Allott Close 1 Alpha Road 1 Appleton Close 1 Arnold Road 1 Arran Hill 2 Arundel Avenue 1 Arundel Road 1 Ash Close 1 Ashwell Grove 1 Athron Drive 2 Back Lane 1 Badsley Court 1 Badsley Moor Lane 10 Badsley Street 2 Badsley Street South 2 Bank Top Road 1 Barberry Way 2 Beaumont Drive 2 Beckwith Road 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beeden Close 1 Beevers Leigh 1

Postcodes in S65 50 shown View all postcodes

S65 1AA S65 1AB S65 1AD S65 1AF S65 1AG S65 1AH S65 1AJ S65 1AL S65 1AP S65 1AQ S65 1AT S65 1AU S65 1AY S65 1AZ S65 1BB S65 1BJ S65 1BL S65 1DA S65 1DD S65 1DE S65 1DG S65 1DH S65 1DJ S65 1DP S65 1DQ S65 1DR S65 1DT S65 1DU S65 1DY S65 1DZ S65 1EB S65 1ED S65 1EG S65 1EH S65 1EL S65 1EN S65 1EQ S65 1ER S65 1ET S65 1EW S65 1EX S65 1EY S65 1EZ S65 1HA S65 1HB S65 1HD S65 1HE S65 1HF S65 1HG S65 1HH