About South Anston

South Anston is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S25. The village is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. It is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. The village features a number of parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Local shops and services cater to the everyday needs of residents, while the surrounding countryside offers additional options for walking and exploring. South Anston is a community-oriented place, with various events and activities that engage its residents throughout the year.

School Ratings in South Anston

There are 65 schools in and around South Anston. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in South Anston

The average property price is £209K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £153K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in South Anston

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across South Anston, with 61 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in South Anston

South Anston sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in South Anston

Broadband speeds in South Anston 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 3,180 sales

Average Price £209K
£400 — £9.35M
Detached £282K 892
Semi £153K 1,433
Terraced £116K 654
Flat £87K 49

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

47 Primary
7 Secondary
11 Other
Anston Hillcrest Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Little Stars at Anston Brook Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Anston Brook Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Anston Greenlands Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Anston Park Infant School Primary 1.3 miles Anston Park Junior School Primary 1.3 miles Todwick Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Kiveton Park Infant School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Elements Academy 1.8 miles Wales High School Secondary Good 1.9 miles EDClass Ltd Secondary 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in South Anston IMD 2025

South Anston sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
4,773 Children (0-15) 18%
16,186 Working Age 60%
7,727 Older (60+) 29%
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 South Anston 207 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

South Anston 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.

63 Violence & Sexual Offences
61 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Shoplifting
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Vehicle Crime
13 Public Order
7 Other Theft
6 Burglary
4 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
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

Kiveton Park Train Station 0.8 miles
Shireoaks Train Station 2.9 miles
Whitwell (Derbyshire) Train Station 4.7 miles
Worksop Train Station 5 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 5.5 miles
Creswell Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Anston 0.9 miles Kiveton Park 1.2 miles Todwick 1.4 miles Dinnington 1.4 miles Thorpe Salvin 1.4 miles Lindrick Dale 2 miles Turnerwood 2.2 miles Harthill 2.2 miles Woodsetts 2.5 miles Laughton Common 2.5 miles Cotterhill Woods 2.6 miles Wales 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

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 2AQ S25 2AR S25 2AS S25 2AT