Laughton en le Morthen on the map

Laughton en le Morthen built-up area

Built-up area0.4 km² (0.2 sq mi)

Location in South YorkshireLaughton en le Morthen sits where the marker shows within the county.

22,211
Population
8,750
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
64
Schools nearby
£47,716
Avg. household income
656
Businesses
491
People per km²

About Laughton en le Morthen

Laughton en le Morthen is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S25. This small community is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The village is surrounded by agricultural land, providing a rural atmosphere that is typical of the region.

Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of residents. The village is also well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, appealing to those who appreciate nature and a quieter lifestyle.

School Ratings in Laughton en le Morthen

Laughton en le Morthen is served by 64 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Laughton en le Morthen

Property prices average £204K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £161K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Laughton en le Morthen

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Laughton en le Morthen, with 26 incidents logged in July 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Laughton en le Morthen

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Laughton en le Morthen 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.

Healthcare in Laughton en le Morthen

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Laughton en le Morthen, the nearest being Rother Valley South Pcn Hub (1.5 miles away).

Property Prices 3,336 sales

Average Price £204K
£400 , £9.35M
Detached £288K 1,000
Semi £161K 1,464
Terraced £115K 668
Flat £87K 59

Schools & Education 64 within 5 miles View all schools

42 Primary
6 Secondary
16 Other
Good 4
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the S25 postcode area.

Laughton All Saints' CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.4 miles Laughton Junior and Infant School Primary Good 0.5 miles EDClass Ltd Secondary 1.2 miles Dinnington High School Secondary 1.2 miles Dinnington Children's Centre Good 1.3 miles Dinnington Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Elements Academy Not applicable 1.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Thurcroft Junior Academy Primary 1.9 miles Anston Park Infant School Primary 1.9 miles Anston Park Junior School Primary 1.9 miles Thurcroft Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 2 miles

Household Income in Laughton en le Morthen ONS 2023

The average total household income in Laughton en le Morthen is approximately £47,716 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,586. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Laughton en le Morthen £47,716
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,586.

Businesses in Laughton en le Morthen ONS 2025

There are approximately 656 active businesses based in Laughton en le Morthen, around 30 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

656 Total businesses
30 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 12%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Laughton en le Morthen IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Laughton en le Morthen 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
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 22%
3,899 Children (0-15) 18%
13,288 Working Age 60%
5,014 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.8% 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 Laughton en le Morthen 159 crimes · July 2026

Average Crime Area

Laughton en le Morthen experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 56
Anti-Social Behaviour 26
Criminal Damage & Arson 25
Public Order 11
Shoplifting 8
Other Crime 8
Vehicle Crime 7
Burglary 6
Other Theft 6
Weapons 3
Drugs 2
Robbery 1
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

Kiveton Park Train Station 3.9 miles
Shireoaks Train Station 4.9 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 6.3 miles
Worksop Train Station 6.6 miles
Conisbrough Train Station 6.6 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brookhouse 0.6 miles Slade Hooton 0.6 miles Throapham 0.9 miles Laughton Common 0.9 miles Carr 1.4 miles Thurcroft 1.9 miles Hooton Levitt 1.9 miles Dinnington 1.9 miles Stone 2 miles Brampton en le Morthen 2.5 miles Firbeck 2.5 miles Maltby 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Rotherham
Ward Dinnington
Constituency Rother Valley
Parish Laughton-en-le-Morthen
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Laughton en le Morthen

Of the 9,616 households in and around Laughton en le Morthen, 72% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 72% Social rented 13% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Laughton en le Morthen.

Frequently Asked Questions about Laughton en le Morthen

What is the population of Laughton en le Morthen?
Laughton en le Morthen has a population of approximately 22,211 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Laughton en le Morthen?
The average property in and around Laughton en le Morthen sold for about £203,863, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 42% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Laughton en le Morthen a deprived area?
Laughton en le Morthen sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Laughton en le Morthen?
Laughton en le Morthen is covered by the S25 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Laughton en le Morthen?
There are 64 schools within 5 miles of Laughton en le Morthen, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Laughton en le Morthen?
The nearest railway station to Laughton en le Morthen is Kiveton Park Train Station, about 3.9 miles away.

Streets in S25 30 shown View all streets

A57 3 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Lane 1 Acer Close 1 Addison square 1 All Saints Meadows 1 Ambleside Walk 1 Anne Street 1 Anston Close 1 Appleby Walk 1 Ascot Drive 1 Athorpe Grove 1 Axle Lane 2 Azalea Close 1 Back Lane 2 Baker Street 1 Bank Street 1 Barleycroft Lane 2 Barrow Way 1 Bedford Close 1 Beech Grove 1 Belfry Way 1 Belvedere Close 1 Bennett Croft 1 Bib Lane 1 Birkdale Avenue 1 Blakeny Mews 1 Blenheim Close 1 Booker's Lane 1 Borrowdale Crescent 2

Postcodes in S25 50 shown View all postcodes

S25 1AA S25 1AB S25 1AD S25 1XA S25 1XZ S25 1YA S25 1YB S25 1YD S25 1YE S25 1YF S25 1YG S25 1YH S25 1YJ S25 1YL S25 1YN S25 1YP S25 1YQ S25 1YR S25 1YS S25 1YT S25 1YU S25 1YW S25 1YX S25 1YY S25 1YZ S25 1ZA S25 1ZB S25 1ZD S25 1ZE S25 1ZF S25 1ZG S25 1ZH S25 1ZJ S25 1ZQ S25 1ZX S25 1ZY S25 2AA S25 2AB S25 2AD S25 2AE S25 2AF S25 2AG S25 2AH S25 2AJ S25 2AL S25 2AN S25 2AP S25 2AQ S25 2AR S25 2AS