About Eastwood

Eastwood is a suburb located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S65. It is situated close to the town of Rotherham and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The suburb has a range of shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus services providing access to nearby towns and cities. Eastwood is also in proximity to the M1 motorway, facilitating easy travel for those commuting to larger urban centres. The local community is active, with various clubs and organisations available for residents to engage with.

School Ratings in Eastwood

Eastwood is served by 159 schools. Coleridge Primary is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Eastwood

Property prices average £150K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Eastwood

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Eastwood, with 141 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Eastwood

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Eastwood 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 Eastwood

Most properties in Eastwood 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 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

95 Primary
18 Secondary
46 Other
St Ann's Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE Good 0.2 miles Eastwood Village Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Clifton Community School Secondary Good 0.3 miles RNN Group 16 plus Good 0.4 miles Coleridge Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Coleridge Primary Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles East Dene Primary Primary Good 0.5 miles Badsley Primary School Primary 0.9 miles The Arnold Centre Good 1 miles Arnold Nursery School Nursery 1 miles Broom Valley Community School Primary Good 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Eastwood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Eastwood 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
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 Eastwood 700 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Eastwood 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.

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
South Yorkshire Rotherham Central Visit force website →
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 0.6 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 3 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 3.4 miles
Darnall Train Station 4.4 miles
Mexborough Train Station 4.5 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Thorn Hill 0.6 miles East Dene 0.6 miles Rotherham 0.6 miles Clifton 0.6 miles Herringthorpe 0.9 miles Aldwarke 0.9 miles East Herringthorpe 1.2 miles Dalton Parva 1.2 miles Bradgate 1.2 miles Parkgate 1.2 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