Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

OATES AVENUE, S62 5DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OATES AVENUE, S62 5DF.

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Population

357

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 28,900 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S62 5DF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

S62 5DF has a significant social housing presence — 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 2.5% year-on-year.

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

S62 5DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oates 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 5DF is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £78k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 2.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S62 5DF are sourced from Output Area E00039369 (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 5DF. The average age is 35.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 78,000

2 sales · Mean £ 78,000

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

Crime around S62 5DF is moderate at 50 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 offences113
Anti-social behaviour49
Shoplifting31
Criminal damage and arson23
Burglary22

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good174 pupils0.1 km
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Rotherham Aspire

Good98 pupils0.1 km
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Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre

Outstanding138 pupils0.2 km
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Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School

Good170 pupils0.8 km
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Rawmarsh Rosehill Junior School

Good225 pupils0.8 km
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Rawmarsh Community School

Good1076 pupils0.8 km
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Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School

Requires Improvement188 pupils0.9 km
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Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School

Good214 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Something Brew Inn0.3 km
  • Ryecroft Club Ltd0.8 km
  • The Travellers Inn0.9 km
  • The Unit0.2 km
  • The Queens Hotel0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Dolce Gelateria0.8 km
  • Chit-Chat Cafe0.4 km
  • Hunger Stop Cafe0.9 km
  • Marina Fish Bar & Restaurant0.2 km
  • Coffee Pot0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Freddy's Chicken and Pizza0.9 km
  • Sicily Pizza0.9 km
  • UK Pizza0.9 km
  • La Pitza0.2 km
  • China Star0.8 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Bobbys Premier Express0.1 km
  • Broad Street News0.9 km
  • Claypit News0.5 km
  • J&L Partnership0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Heron Foods0.3 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swinton (South Yorkshire)3.7 km
  • Rotherham Central3.8 km
  • Mexborough4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Lane/Hallam Place0.1 km
  • Green Lane/Greenfield0.1 km
  • Green Lane/Greenfield0.1 km
  • Green Lane/The Grove0.2 km
  • Barber's Avenue/Barber's Crescent0.2 km