Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

INGSHEAD AVENUE, S62 5BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for INGSHEAD AVENUE, S62 5BW.

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Population

396

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 28,900 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S62 5BW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

S62 5BW has a significant social housing presence — 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S62 5BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ingshead Avenue, 0.4km from Rawmarsh in Rawmarsh. Administratively it sits within Rawmarsh East ward and the Wentworth and Dearne constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, S62 5BW is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 28) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £86k, 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 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00039364 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S62 5BW. The average age is 28.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 6%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 86,000

5 sales · Mean £ 86,100

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around S62 5BW is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences146
Anti-social behaviour46
Shoplifting29
Criminal damage and arson24
Vehicle crime22

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good174 pupils0.2 km
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Rotherham Aspire

Good98 pupils0.2 km
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Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre

Outstanding138 pupils0.3 km
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Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School

Good170 pupils0.6 km
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Rawmarsh Rosehill Junior School

Good225 pupils0.7 km
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Rawmarsh Community School

Good1076 pupils0.8 km
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Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School

Requires Improvement188 pupils1.0 km
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Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School

Good214 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Something Brew Inn0.4 km
  • The Alex1.0 km
  • The Star0.4 km
  • Roundwood Pavilion0.3 km
  • Earl Grey0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dolce Gelateria0.9 km
  • Coffee Pot0.9 km
  • The Pavilion0.8 km
  • Edibles0.7 km
  • Marina Fish Bar & Restaurant0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Booze Barn0.8 km
  • Vantage Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Bobbys Premier Express0.2 km
  • Claypit News0.4 km
  • J&L Partnership0.2 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Cakes N Shakes0.3 km
  • Chubby's0.8 km
  • Kilnhurst Road Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Sugar Heaven0.8 km
  • China Star0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Heron Foods0.4 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swinton (South Yorkshire)3.5 km
  • Rotherham Central3.9 km
  • Mexborough4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Lane/Hallam Place0.2 km
  • Green Lane/The Grove0.2 km
  • Green Lane/The Grove0.2 km
  • Green Lane/Greenfield0.3 km
  • Green Lane/Greenfield0.3 km