About Wharncliffe Side

Wharncliffe Side is a village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the S35 postcode area. It is situated on the eastern edge of the Peak District National Park, providing access to various outdoor activities and scenic walks. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone houses and modern developments. The area is known for its natural surroundings, including nearby woodlands and the River Don. Wharncliffe Side offers local amenities such as a primary school, a few shops, and a pub, catering to the needs of its residents. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient location for those who wish to enjoy both rural and urban life.

School Ratings in Wharncliffe Side

Wharncliffe Side is served by 76 schools. Oughtibridge Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wharncliffe Side

Property prices average £244K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £202K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wharncliffe Side

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Wharncliffe Side, with 28 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wharncliffe Side

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wharncliffe Side 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wharncliffe Side

Most properties in Wharncliffe Side 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 5,191 sales

Average Price £244K
£195 — £25.81M
Detached £329K 1,392
Semi £202K 1,918
Terraced £161K 1,174
Flat £118K 352

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

51 Primary
8 Secondary
17 Other
Wharncliffe Side Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Oughtibridge Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Bradfield Secondary School Secondary 1.7 miles Deepcar St John's Church of England Junior School Primary Good 2.1 miles Royd Nursery and Infant School Primary 2.1 miles Grenoside Community Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Stocksbridge Junior School Primary 2.6 miles Stocksbridge High School Secondary Good 2.7 miles Foxhill and Grenoside Children's Centre 2.7 miles Fox Hill Primary Primary 2.7 miles St Ann's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Stocksbridge Nursery Infant School Primary 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wharncliffe Side IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wharncliffe Side 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,062 Children (0-15) 16%
33,802 Working Age 60%
17,965 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.9% 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 Wharncliffe Side 163 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Wharncliffe Side falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

48 Violence & Sexual Offences
28 Anti-Social Behaviour
23 Shoplifting
17 Public Order
15 Other Theft
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Burglary
5 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
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

Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station 3.9 miles
Silkstone Common Train Station 5.5 miles
Penistone Train Station 5.9 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 6.3 miles
Elsecar Train Station 7 miles
Dodworth Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brightholmlee 0.6 miles Foldrings 0.6 miles Onesacre 0.6 miles Oughtibridge 0.9 miles Edge Mount 1.4 miles Worrall 1.4 miles Bolsterstone 1.8 miles Ewden Village 1.8 miles Middlewood 1.8 miles Deepcar 2 miles Holdworth 2 miles Waldershaigh 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Sheffield
Ward Stannington
Constituency Sheffield, Hallam
Parish Bradfield
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S35 30 shown View all streets

A61 2 A6102 3 A616 3 Acacia Avenue 1 Acorn Court 1 Aire Close 1 Albany Avenue 1 Allen Gardens 2 Alma Road 1 Angram Road 2 Angram View 1 Annat Place 1 Anvil Crescent 1 Arncliffe Drive 1 Arundel Road 5 Ashbourne Grove 1 Ashwood Close 1 Aspen Road 2 Astwell Gardens 1 Avon Grove 1 Backfield Rise 1 Bagger Wood Road 2 Bank Lane 1 Bank Side 1 Barnes Hall Road 3 Bedford Road 1 Beechfern Close 1 Beely Road 2 Bellamy Close 2 Belmont Avenue 1

Postcodes in S35 50 shown View all postcodes

S35 0AA S35 0AB S35 0AD S35 0AE S35 0AF S35 0AG S35 0AH S35 0AJ S35 0AL S35 0AN S35 0AP S35 0AQ S35 0AR S35 0AS S35 0AT S35 0AU S35 0AW S35 0AX S35 0AY S35 0AZ S35 0BA S35 0BB S35 0BD S35 0BE S35 0BF S35 0BG S35 0BH S35 0BJ S35 0BL S35 0BN S35 0BQ S35 0BS S35 0BT S35 0BU S35 0BX S35 0BY S35 0BZ S35 0DA S35 0DB S35 0DD S35 0DE S35 0DF S35 0DG S35 0DH S35 0DJ S35 0DL S35 0DN S35 0DP S35 0DQ S35 0DR