S62 5AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dale Road, 0.4km from Rose Hill in Rawmarsh. Administratively it sits within Rawmarsh West ward and the Wentworth and Dearne constituency.
For families considering a move, S62 5AR represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for S62 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00039432 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DALE ROAD, S62 5AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DALE ROAD, S62 5AR.
229
39
£ 34,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S62 5AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S62 5AR's 62% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S62 5AR. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 172,500
1 sales · Mean £ 172,500
Terraced
£ 132,500
2 sales · Mean £ 132,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S62 5AR is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rawmarsh Rosehill Junior School
Rotherham Aspire
Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School
Rawmarsh Community School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre
Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School
Monkwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Roundwood Pavilion0.7 km
- The Queens Hotel0.5 km
- The Star0.5 km
- Trades & Labour Club1.0 km
- Earl Grey0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Edibles0.6 km
- Pops Outdoor Adventure0.6 km
- The Pavilion0.4 km
- Marina Fish Bar & Restaurant0.5 km
- Chit-Chat Cafe0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Kilnhurst Road Fish Bar0.6 km
- Sugar Heaven0.9 km
- La Pitza0.5 km
- Cakes N Shakes0.4 km
- Chubby's0.4 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Booze Barn1.0 km
- Vantage Pharmacy0.6 km
- One Stop Rawmarsh0.9 km
- Bobbys Premier Express0.5 km
- Claypit News0.5 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
- Heron Foods0.6 km
- The Co-operative Food0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swinton (South Yorkshire)3.4 km
- Rotherham Central4.2 km
- Mexborough4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Dale Road/Quarry Street0.0 km
- Dale Road/East Avenue0.0 km
- Middle Avenue0.3 km
- Rosehill Road/Park Street0.4 km
- Rosehill Road/Park Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S625AR · Data under Open Government Licence