About Thorpe Hesley

Thorpe Hesley is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the S61 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles from the town of Rotherham and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The village has a number of shops, a primary school, and several parks that provide outdoor space for recreation. The community is served by public transport, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. Thorpe Hesley also features a range of housing options, from traditional stone cottages to more modern developments. The surrounding area includes scenic countryside, making it suitable for those who enjoy walking and outdoor activities. Overall, Thorpe Hesley presents a blend of village life and convenient access to urban facilities.

School Ratings in Thorpe Hesley

Thorpe Hesley is served by 147 schools. Abbey School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Thorpe Hesley

Property prices average £157K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Thorpe Hesley

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Thorpe Hesley, with 38 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Thorpe Hesley

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Thorpe Hesley falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Thorpe Hesley

Most properties in Thorpe Hesley 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 3,948 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

90 Primary
18 Secondary
39 Other
Thorpe Hesley Primary School Good 0.6 miles Thorpe Hesley Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Wentworth CofE Junior and Infant School Primary 1.2 miles Chapeltown Academy 16 plus 1.3 miles Lound Junior School Primary Good 1.4 miles Chapeltown 1.4 miles Coit Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Ecclesfield School Secondary Good 1.5 miles Lound Infant School Primary Good 1.6 miles Paces School for Conductive Education Good 1.7 miles Windmill Hill Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Roughwood Primary School Primary 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Thorpe Hesley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thorpe Hesley 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
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 Thorpe Hesley 403 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Thorpe Hesley 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.

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 1.2 miles
Elsecar Train Station 2.9 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 3.3 miles
Wombwell Train Station 3.8 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 3.8 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Spittal Houses 0.6 miles Hood Hill 0.9 miles Lane End 1.2 miles Chapeltown 1.2 miles Barrow 1.2 miles Warren 1.4 miles Scholes 1.4 miles Harley 1.4 miles Wentworth 1.4 miles Ecclesfield 1.8 miles Dropping Well 1.8 miles Charltonbrook 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