About Windhill

Windhill is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area S64. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is surrounded by the natural landscape typical of the region, providing a pleasant environment for local residents. The village is close to several amenities, including shops and schools, making it a convenient place for families. Windhill is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities, allowing for easy access to additional services and facilities. The local community is close-knit, with various activities and events that foster a sense of belonging among residents.

School Ratings in Windhill

Families in Windhill have access to 100 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Windhill

Homes sell for an average of £135K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £90K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Windhill

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Windhill, with 34 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Windhill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Windhill within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Windhill

Windhill benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,663 sales

Average Price £135K
£100 — £3.33M
Detached £217K 880
Semi £137K 1,640
Terraced £90K 1,895
Flat £101K 84

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

67 Primary
10 Secondary
23 Other
Windhill Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles New Pastures Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Mexborough St John the Baptist CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Montagu Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Denaby Main Children's Centre Good 1.1 miles Denaby Main Primary Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles The Laurel Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles Mexborough Children's Centre Good 1.2 miles St Alban's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.3 miles Highwoods Academy Primary 1.3 miles Barnburgh Primary Academy Primary 1.5 miles De Warenne Academy Secondary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Windhill IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Windhill 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.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,982 Children (0-15) 19%
26,160 Working Age 61%
11,316 Older (60+) 27%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 49.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 23.3% 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 Windhill 290 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Windhill are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

138 Violence & Sexual Offences
34 Anti-Social Behaviour
27 Criminal Damage & Arson
18 Public Order
15 Other Theft
13 Burglary
13 Vehicle Crime
12 Other Crime
7 Weapons
6 Drugs
3 Shoplifting
2 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
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

Mexborough Train Station 0.9 miles
Conisbrough Train Station 2 miles
Swinton (South Yorks) Train Station 2.1 miles
Bolton-Upon-Dearne Train Station 2.2 miles
Goldthorpe Train Station 3 miles
Thurnscoe Train Station 3.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Mexborough 0.6 miles Old Denaby 0.6 miles Adwick upon Dearne 0.9 miles Denaby Main 0.9 miles Harlington 1.2 miles Swinton Bridge 1.4 miles High Melton 1.4 miles Conanby 1.4 miles Cadeby 1.9 miles Hooton Roberts 1.9 miles Barnburgh 1.9 miles Bow Broom 2 miles

Local Government

District Doncaster
Ward Mexborough
Constituency Doncaster North
Parish Doncaster, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S64 30 shown View all streets

Addison Road 3 Adwick Court 2 Adwick Road 6 Aintree Drive 1 Alagu Close 1 Albany Road 1 Albert Road 2 Albert Street 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alldred Crescent 1 Argyle Street 1 Arnold Crescent 2 Ascot Close 1 Ash Crescent 1 Ashdene Court 1 Aspen Way 1 Auckland Road 1 Avocet Close 2 Baker Close 1 Bank Street 4 Barker Street 1 Beaconsfield Street 1 Beech Crescent 1 Beecham Court 1 Beechville Avenue 1 Beighton Road 1 Belle Vue Road 1 Belmont Street 1 Benita Avenue 1 Bhatia Close 1

Postcodes in S64 50 shown View all postcodes

S64 0AA S64 0AB S64 0AD S64 0AE S64 0AF S64 0AG S64 0AH S64 0AJ S64 0AN S64 0AP S64 0AQ S64 0AR S64 0AS S64 0AT S64 0AU S64 0AW S64 0AX S64 0AY S64 0AZ S64 0BA S64 0BB S64 0BD S64 0BE S64 0BF S64 0BG S64 0BH S64 0BJ S64 0BL S64 0BN S64 0BP S64 0BQ S64 0BT S64 0BW S64 0BX S64 0BY S64 0DB S64 0DD S64 0DE S64 0DF S64 0DG S64 0DH S64 0DJ S64 0DL S64 0DN S64 0DP S64 0DQ S64 0DR S64 0DS S64 0DT S64 0DU