About Spittal Houses

Spittal Houses is a residential area located in South Yorkshire, England, within the S61 postcode area. It is primarily comprised of housing developments that cater to a range of residents. The area is well-connected, with access to local amenities and services that support everyday living. Surrounding Spittal Houses, you will find several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The nearby transport links make it convenient for commuting to larger towns and cities in the region. Local schools and shops are also within reach, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Spittal Houses

There are 140 schools in and around Spittal Houses. Abbey School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Spittal Houses

The average property price is £157K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Spittal Houses

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Spittal Houses, with 38 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Spittal Houses

Spittal Houses sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Spittal Houses

Broadband speeds in Spittal Houses 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 3,948 sales

Average Price £157K
£200 — £9.68M
Detached £282K 589
Semi £143K 1,651
Terraced £98K 1,350
Flat £80K 219

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

86 Primary
16 Secondary
38 Other
Wentworth CofE Junior and Infant School Primary 0.7 miles Thorpe Hesley Primary School Good 1.2 miles Thorpe Hesley Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Lound Junior School Primary Good 1.5 miles Hoyland Springwood Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Chapeltown 1.6 miles Paces School for Conductive Education Good 1.6 miles Lound Infant School Primary Good 1.7 miles Chapeltown Academy 16 plus 1.8 miles Coit Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Elsecar Holy Trinity CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles St Helen's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Spittal Houses IMD 2025

Spittal Houses 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,810 Children (0-15) 17%
28,453 Working Age 64%
11,506 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 47.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.6% 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 Spittal Houses 403 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Spittal Houses 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.

187 Violence & Sexual Offences
38 Anti-Social Behaviour
37 Public Order
24 Criminal Damage & Arson
23 Vehicle Crime
22 Other Theft
19 Shoplifting
17 Burglary
13 Drugs
10 Other Crime
8 Weapons
4 Robbery
1 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

Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station 1.4 miles
Elsecar Train Station 2.3 miles
Wombwell Train Station 3.2 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 3.9 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 4.2 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hood Hill 0.6 miles Thorpe Hesley 0.6 miles Barrow 0.6 miles Harley 0.9 miles Wentworth 0.9 miles Warren 1.2 miles Lane End 1.4 miles Chapeltown 1.4 miles Scholes 1.8 miles Mortomley 1.9 miles Milton 1.9 miles Hoyland 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in S61 30 shown View all streets

A629 1 Abdy Road 1 Abingdon Gardens 1 Acorn Croft 1 Admirals Crest 2 Alexandra Close 1 Andrews Place 1 Ash View 1 Ashleigh Gardens 1 Ashworth Drive 2 Aubrey Senior Way 1 Avocet Way 1 Avondale Road 1 Bank Close 1 Barber Balk Close 2 Barber Balk Road 4 Barber Wood Road 5 Barbot Hall Drive 1 Baring Road 3 Barnsley Road 3 Bassingthorpe Lane 2 Baulk Farm Close 1 Beauchamp Road 1 Becket Crescent 2 Beevers Road 1 Belmont Street 5 Bennett Street 2 Benton Way 4 Bents Road 6 Billam Place 1

Postcodes in S61 50 shown View all postcodes

S61 1AA S61 1AB S61 1AD S61 1AE S61 1AF S61 1AG S61 1AH S61 1AJ S61 1AL S61 1AN S61 1AP S61 1AW S61 1AY S61 1AZ S61 1BD S61 1BE S61 1BG S61 1BH S61 1BJ S61 1BL S61 1BN S61 1BP S61 1BQ S61 1BS S61 1BW S61 1DA S61 1DB S61 1DE S61 1DF S61 1DL S61 1DP S61 1DQ S61 1DR S61 1DS S61 1DT S61 1DU S61 1DX S61 1DY S61 1DZ S61 1EA S61 1EB S61 1ED S61 1EE S61 1EF S61 1EG S61 1EJ S61 1EN S61 1EP S61 1ER S61 1ES