Wath Upon Dearne on the map
Built-up area6.7 km² (2.6 sq mi)
Location in South YorkshireWath Upon Dearne sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Wath Upon Dearne
Wath Upon Dearne is a town located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S63. It lies on the banks of the River Dearne and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham. The town has a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents.
The area has undergone various developments over the years, contributing to its growth. Wath Upon Dearne is well-connected by road and rail, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The town also hosts community events throughout the year, fostering a sense of local engagement and participation among its inhabitants.
School Ratings in Wath Upon Dearne
Families in Wath Upon Dearne have access to 121 local schools. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Wath Upon Dearne
Homes sell for an average of £150K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £138K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wath Upon Dearne
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Wath Upon Dearne, with 61 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Wath Upon Dearne
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wath Upon Dearne within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.
Healthcare in Wath Upon Dearne
There are 15 GP surgeries within three miles of Wath Upon Dearne, the nearest being Market Surgery (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Wath Upon Dearne
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Property Prices 6,609 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the S63 postcode area.
Household Income in Wath Upon Dearne ONS 2023
The average total household income in Wath Upon Dearne is approximately £41,743 a year before tax, 25% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,344. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,344.
Businesses in Wath Upon Dearne ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,236 active businesses based in Wath Upon Dearne, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Wath Upon Dearne IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wath Upon Dearne experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.
Crime in Wath Upon Dearne 343 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Wath Upon Dearne is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Wath Upon Dearne
Of the 18,900 households in and around Wath Upon Dearne, 60% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Wath Upon Dearne.