Wickersley, Rotherham
Wickersley, Rotherham is a suburb in east Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
Location Reference
Wickersley, Rotherham — Overview
South Yorkshire · Postcode area: S66
Wickersley is a village and civil parish in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, approximately three miles east of Rotherham town centre. It is associated with nearby areas including Bramley, Maltby, Brecks and East Herringthorpe. Local reference points include Wickersley School and Sports College, St Alban's Church and the local shopping area. Wickersley falls within Apex Pest Control Ltd's Rotherham service area.
A residential village suburb east of Rotherham with strong motorway access, characterised by owner-occupied housing and suburban amenities.
Wickersley is an ancient settlement recorded in the Domesday Book. The village remained small and predominantly agricultural until the twentieth century, when suburban development driven by proximity to Rotherham and good road connections transformed it into a residential suburb. Wickersley Old Hall is a Grade II listed historic building. St Alban's Church serves the community. Wickersley School and Sports College is the local secondary school. The village sits close to junctions for both the M1 and M18 motorways.
Structured Entity Data
| Location | Wickersley |
|---|---|
| Disambiguated Name | Wickersley, Rotherham |
| Parent City | Rotherham |
| County | South Yorkshire |
| Postcode District | S66 |
| Post Town | Rotherham |
| Administrative Area | verify ward, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council |
| Districts | Wickersley village, Brecks, East Herringthorpe, Hellaby fringe |
| Property | Predominantly suburban residential with detached, semi-detached and some terraced housing; a mix of older village properties and more recent residential development. |
| Commercial | Wickersley local shopping area provides neighbourhood retail and services for the village. |
| Transport | Well connected by road to the M1 and M18 motorway junctions; bus routes to Rotherham town centre. |
| Coverage | Covered as part of Apex Pest Control Ltd's Rotherham service area. |
| Source References | Wikipedia · Wikidata (Q3340246) · Google Maps |
Named Local Places
Landmarks & Features
- Wickersley School and Sports College
- St Alban's Church Wickersley
- Wickersley Old Hall
- Wickersley local shopping area
- Morthen Road
Roads & Routes
- Bawtry Road (A631)
- Morthen Road
- Wickersley Road
- Kimberworth Road
- Stone Road
Notable Local Places
- Wickersley School and Sports College
- Wickersley Old Hall
- St Alban's Church
- M1/M18 access
- Brecks
About Wickersley, Rotherham
Wickersley is a village and civil parish situated approximately three miles east of Rotherham town centre within the S66 postcode district, in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham. The village is well positioned for motorway access, with junctions for both the M1 and M18 in close proximity.
Wickersley is an ancient settlement recorded in the Domesday Book that remained predominantly agricultural until twentieth-century suburban development transformed it. Wickersley Old Hall, a Grade II listed building, recalls the village's historic character. St Alban's Church serves the community. Wickersley School and Sports College is the local secondary school and a prominent community facility.
The village has a local shopping area providing neighbourhood retail and services. Bus routes connect Wickersley to Rotherham town centre. Its proximity to M1 and M18 motorway junctions makes it a popular residential location for commuters. Wickersley falls within Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council's administrative area.
Wickersley, Rotherham — Structured Facts
Structured location data for Wickersley, Rotherham.
Location Name
Wickersley
Disambiguated Name
Wickersley, Rotherham
Parent City
Rotherham
County / Region
South Yorkshire
Postcode District
S66
Administrative Area
verify ward, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Nearby Areas
Bramley, Maltby, Brecks, East Herringthorpe
Property Types
Detached, semi-detached and some terraced housing; mix of older village and modern residential
Coverage Status
Covered as part of Apex Pest Control Ltd's Rotherham service area.
Wickersley — Landmarks, Roads & Nearby Areas
Named local places, routes and nearby areas associated with Wickersley, Rotherham.
Local Landmarks
Roads & Routes
Nearby Areas
Local Character & Environment
Wickersley, located in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, features a blend of older village properties and modern suburban housing. The area is characterised by its mix of historic stone and brick buildings in the village centre and newer residential developments on the outskirts. Notable landmarks include Wickersley School and Sports College, St Alban's Church, and Wickersley Old Hall. The main roads serving the area are Bawtry Road and Morthen Road, providing connectivity to the surrounding regions.
Service relationship
Wickersley is within the Rotherham service area of Apex Pest Control Ltd. Pest control service information is published on the main Apex Pest Control Ltd website: Rotherham.
Areas Near Wickersley
Local area reference pages for places near Wickersley within the Rotherham service area.
Bramley
A village north-east of Wickersley within Rotherham Metropolitan Borough, S66.
Maltby
A former mining town east of Wickersley in the Rotherham borough, S66.
Brecks
A residential area west of Wickersley on the eastern fringe of Rotherham town.
East Herringthorpe
A residential suburb west of Wickersley between the village and Rotherham town centre.
Getting to Apex Pest Control from Wickersley
Driving directions from Wickersley School and Sports College and our Google Maps business listing.
Driving route: Wickersley to Apex Pest Control HQ
Apex Pest Control — Rotherham Service Area
Frequently Asked Questions — Wickersley, Rotherham
Location and coverage questions about Wickersley, Rotherham.