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Living in Rotherham

the third largest settlement in Yorkshire 

Is Living In Rotherham Worth It?

Rotherham is an up and coming town and the third largest settlement in Yorkshire. Located a short while away from Sheffield and Doncaster, Rotherham has tonnes of local amenities to make it stand out from the rest! 

 

Rotherham has roots stretching all the way back to the Iron Age, Rotherham has rich and long history and played a huge role in the Industriel revolution.

 

With museums, parks, cinemas, bars and more, there is plenty to keep you entertained. And if this wasn’t enough, the town also has great transport links, making it easy to get to Meadowhall, Sheffield and Doncaster. 

 

We can sell your Rotherham home in as little as 28 days! 

Which Area Of Rotherham Is Best To Live In?

There are many advantages to living in Rotherham. Its great transport links are just one of the reasons why it is such a popular town with families, students, and professionals alike. 

 

However, travel isn’t the only plus side to life in Rotherham. With its lively town centre, busy shops, independent cafes, cinemas, theatres, and more, there is plenty to see and do! 

 

 

It is hard to choose just one area to answer the question of which area of Rotherham is best to live in, but we have tried our best. 

Located just 4 miles away from central Rotherham and 8 miles away from Sheffield, the civil parish of Bramley is a firm favourite amongst people wishing to move to Rotherham. 

 

With shops, gyms, restaurants, and pubs, Bramley is able to offer large-town life whilst still retaining its small village charm. 

 

According to Rightmove, the average price of a Bramley property was £220,511. 

 

Detached properties were the most popular property type sold in Bramley, costing an average price of  £304,492. Bramley semi-detached properties cost an average price of £185,909 and terraced properties cost an average of  £157,614.

 

*According to Rightmove

 

What Areas Are Up And Coming In Rotherham?

As an up and coming town itself, Rotherham has many up and coming areas that have plenty on offer. Below are some of our favourites: 

One of the most popular up-and-coming areas in Rotherham was the town centre itself. With a train station, minster, museums, shops, bars and restaurants, there is plenty to love about Rotherham town centre. 

 

According to Rightmove the average cost of a property in Rotherham town centre was £170,66 over the last year. 

 

The most popular property sold over the last year in Rotherham was semi-detached, costing an average price of £164,421.  Terraced properties in Rotherham town centre cost an average of £120,218, with detached properties costing an average £297,437. 

Another up-and-coming area of Rotherham is the suburb of Masbrough.  With roots dating back to the Doomsday book, Masbrough has a deep and rich history. 

 

Modern-day Masbrough has plenty to offer, with plenty of schools in the area, a football club, and great transport links, there is plenty of reason to start house hunting in Masbrough today. 

 

According to Rightmove, Masbrough properties had an overall average price of £111,040 over the last year.

 

The most popular type of property sold in Masbrough over the last year were terraced properties, which sold for an average price of £80,753. Semi-detached properties in Masbrough sold for an average price of £158,167 and flats fetched an average of  £89,528.

 

*According to Masbrough

Where Is The Safest Place To Live In Rotherham UK?

As is the case with any large town or city, Rotherham does experience crime from time to time. However the town is very well policed as a result of this and there are several neighbourhood watches situated around the town. 

 

Below are some of the areas in the town that are favoured by families: 

Whiston is a village and civil parish in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham and is a popular choice with families looking to move to Rotherham. 

 

With two cricket clubs, one football team, and a cycling club, there is plenty of outdoor activities to keep you busy all year long. 

 

According to Rightmove, the average cost of a property in Whiston over the last year was £249,060. 

 

The most popular property type sold in Whiston was semi-detached properties which sold for an average price of £218,875. Detached properties in Whiston sold for an average price of £385,594 and terraced properties in Whiston cost an average of £157,669.

 

*According to Rightmove

Located just miles from Rotherham town centre is the village of Wickersley. Popular with families due to its great transport links and a number of schools in the area, Wickersley has a lot to offer to those looking to move into the Rotherham area. 

 

According to Rightmove, the average price of property was  £257,489 over the last year.

 

Semi-detached properties were the most popular property type sold in Wickersley over the last year, fetching an average price of £208,149. Detached properties in Wickersley cost an average of £418,866 and terraced properties fetched around £162,335.

 

*According to Rightmove

 

Is It Worth Buying Property In Rotherham?

Absolutely! According to data from Rightmove, Rotherham properties had an overall average price of £170,667 over the last year.

 

Semi-detached properties were the most popular property type sold in Rotherham over the last year, selling for an average price of £164,421. Rotherham terraced properties sold for an average price of £120,218 and detached properties fetched an average price of £297,437.

Are House Prices Falling In Rotherham?

Whilst house prices are falling across the country, data from Rightmove shows that house prices in Rotherham over the last year were similar to the previous year and 10% up on the 2020 peak of £155,023.

Is Now A Good Time To Buy A House In Rotherham?

There’s no time like the present! Rotherham is an up-and-coming city with plenty to offer both families, students, professionals, and first-time buyers alike! 

 

With great travel links in and around the town, as well as to Meadowhall and Sheffield, Rotherham is a great commuter town with more to offer than meets the eye.

COMPANY NAMEPROPERTIES LISTEDAVERAGE TIME ON THE MARKETCOST OF SELLINGREVIEW SCORE
Reeds Rains12811 Weeks1.26%3.9
Sold.co.uk29422 WeeksFree4.7
William H Brown1329 weeks1.2% 2.2
The Property Selling Company 19128 daysFree4.7

Sell Property In Rotherham – Estate Agents Rotherham

With other estate agents in Rotherham, you can end up being charged extra additional costs and estate agent fees. Another issue you can face with other Rotherham property agents is that they may overvalue your property and leave you with a lower profit than originally promised. Our service will always be clear and transparent with you, letting you know an accurate asking price.

Data correct as of December 2022 according to TrustPilot, GetAgent, and Company websites. 

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Why Choose The Property Selling Company?

Smooth Service

We remove the complications away from our customers with quality, professional service.

Honest & Transparent

Throughout the process, we will maintain clear, honest and transparent communication with you.

Sell in 28 Days

We will work with you to sell your property in as little as 28 days.

Pay No Fees

As a thank you for using our service; we will cover all the fees usually associated with selling your property.

No Need To Stress

We will handle all negotiations, viewings and any marketing involved in selling your property.

Streamlined Service

We have designed our service to best suit your needs and the way the industry ticks, ensuring that we provide a streamlined service away from the high street.

Meet the Rotherham team

Jess is our Sales Team Manager who oversees all things ‘The Property Selling Company’ — from buying to selling; Jess is our port of call! She is always on the ball and loves a good laugh.


She has flourished and progressed through our ranks from admin girl to the Sales Team Manager. Her role, as she puts it so gracefully, is to “keep the rowdy bunch in check!” — overlooking and keeping track of the entire team and ensuring you are looked after.


Scott is our Sales Team Leader who deals with the sales team and will ensure that the best customer service is upheld and that you are kept happy whether you are selling or buying with us.

 

Scott has over three years of experience in the property industry and worked his way up our ranks from Property Consultant to Sales Team Leader. You’ll find him at home with family or kicking a football when he’s not in the office.

 

Jordan is our Property Buying Consultant who is constantly on the phone talking to vendors and potential buyers to find the perfect route to market and sell your property. Jordan has almost six years of experience working with us, and he will always keep in contact with you — he is always available to answer any questions.

 

Jordan is a devoted football fan, supporting Sheffield Wednesday. He loves going to the gym and spending time with his friends.

 

Sold House

House sold for: over £595,000

 

Time to complete: 8 weeks

Fantastic process,

no issues,

no problems.

Amjid Hussain

Purple Stars
Sold House

House sold for: over £595,000

 

Time to complete: 8 weeks

House sold for: over £595,000

Completion:

8 weeks

Fantastic process,

no issues,

no problems.

Amjid Hussain

5 star review