About Cortworth

Cortworth is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the S62 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet environment for its inhabitants. It is surrounded by the rolling hills and countryside typical of the region, making it a pleasant place for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is served by local amenities, including a few shops and a pub, catering to the daily needs of residents. Cortworth is also conveniently situated near larger towns, providing easy access to more extensive facilities and services. The area is well-connected by road, making it straightforward to explore the surrounding South Yorkshire landscape.

School Ratings in Cortworth

Cortworth is served by 150 schools. Rawmarsh Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cortworth

Property prices average £135K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £125K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cortworth

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Cortworth, with 56 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cortworth

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cortworth is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cortworth

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Cortworth, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,238 sales

Average Price £135K
£500 — £1.71M
Detached £237K 314
Semi £125K 1,051
Terraced £99K 762
Flat £80K 32

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

95 Primary
17 Secondary
38 Other
Wentworth CofE Junior and Infant School Primary 1.4 miles Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Brampton Ellis CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Monkwood Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Rockingham Early Years Requires Improvement 2 miles Rockingham Junior and Infant School Primary Good 2 miles Highfield Farm Primary School Primary 2 miles The Ellis Church of England Primary School Primary 2 miles Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School Primary Good 2 miles Rawmarsh Community School Secondary Good 2.1 miles Greasbrough Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Greenfield Primary School Primary 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cortworth IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Cortworth as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,978 Children (0-15) 19%
19,775 Working Age 63%
7,486 Older (60+) 24%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.9% 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 Cortworth 338 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cortworth is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

129 Violence & Sexual Offences
56 Shoplifting
36 Anti-Social Behaviour
26 Criminal Damage & Arson
26 Other Theft
18 Public Order
15 Vehicle Crime
11 Burglary
9 Other Crime
7 Drugs
3 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
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

Elsecar Train Station 1.9 miles
Wombwell Train Station 2.6 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 3.3 miles
Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station 3.4 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 3.6 miles
Bolton-Upon-Dearne Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hoober 0.6 miles Wentworth 1.2 miles Upper Haugh 1.4 miles Nether Haugh 1.4 miles West Melton 1.8 miles Elsecar 1.8 miles Barrow 1.9 miles Abdy 1.9 miles Wingfield 1.9 miles Spittal Houses 2 miles Newhill 2 miles Greasbrough 2 miles

Local Government

District Rotherham
Ward Rawmarsh West
Constituency Wentworth and Dearne
Parish Rotherham, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S62 30 shown View all streets

Abdy Lane 1 Albert Road 2 Alderson Avenue 1 Aldwarke Road 4 Alexandria Centre 1 Allt Street 1 Anderson Drive 1 Angel Lane 1 Ann Street 2 Apollo Street 1 Arcon Place 1 Ardron Walk 1 Ardron Way 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashes Lane 1 Ashwood Road 3 Barber's Avenue 1 Barber's Crescent 2 Barrowfield Lane 1 Bear Tree Close 1 Bear Tree Road 1 Bear Tree Street 2 Beech Avenue 1 Beechwood Close 1 Bellows Close 1 Bellows Road 6 Bennett Close 1 Bernard Street 1 Bevin Place 1

Postcodes in S62 50 shown View all postcodes

S62 5AA S62 5AB S62 5AD S62 5AE S62 5AF S62 5AH S62 5AJ S62 5AL S62 5AN S62 5AP S62 5AQ S62 5AR S62 5AS S62 5AT S62 5AU S62 5AW S62 5AZ S62 5BD S62 5BE S62 5BG S62 5BH S62 5BJ S62 5BL S62 5BN S62 5BP S62 5BQ S62 5BS S62 5BW S62 5DA S62 5DE S62 5DF S62 5DG S62 5DH S62 5DJ S62 5DQ S62 5DT S62 5DW S62 5DX S62 5DY S62 5DZ S62 5EA S62 5EB S62 5ED S62 5EE S62 5EF S62 5EG S62 5EH S62 5EJ S62 5EL S62 5EN