Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

WALKER STREET, S62 5EA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALKER STREET, S62 5EA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

482

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 32,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S62 5EA 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S62 5EA spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. £153k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

S62 5EA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Walker Street, 0.2km from The Dale in Rawmarsh. Administratively it sits within Rawmarsh East ward and the Wentworth and Dearne constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £153k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for S62 5EA are sourced from Output Area E00039392 (shared with 14 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 5EA. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 186,250

2 sales · Mean £ 186,250

Semi-Detached

£ 119,000

2 sales · Mean £ 119,000

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

S62 5EA has low crime rates — 46 incidents 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 offences98
Anti-social behaviour25
Burglary13
Criminal damage and arson13
Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

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Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School

Good170 pupils0.6 km
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Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School

Requires Improvement260 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good174 pupils0.7 km
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Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre

Outstanding138 pupils0.8 km
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Rawmarsh Rosehill Junior School

Good225 pupils0.8 km
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Rotherham Aspire

Good98 pupils0.9 km
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Rawmarsh Community School

Good1076 pupils1.4 km
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Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School

Good214 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Howson News0.7 km
  • Mighali's limited0.1 km
  • Rawmarsh Greggs0.8 km
  • Bobbys Premier Express0.9 km
  • Claypit News0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Roundwood Pavilion0.5 km
  • The Queens Hotel0.7 km
  • Fighting Cocks0.1 km
  • Horse & Jockey Rotherham0.9 km
  • Ryecroft Club Ltd0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Edibles0.5 km
  • Marina Fish Bar & Restaurant1.0 km
  • Hunger Stop Cafe0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Happy House0.7 km
  • Kilnhurst Road Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Sugar Heaven0.3 km
  • La Pitza0.9 km
  • Claypit Lane Fish Bar0.1 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swinton (South Yorkshire)3.1 km
  • Mexborough4.0 km
  • Rotherham Central4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Claypit Lane/Wheatcroft Road0.1 km
  • Claypit Lane/Wheatcroft Road0.1 km
  • Thrybergh Hall Road/Clay Pit Lane0.2 km
  • Thrybergh Hall Road/Clay Pit Lane0.2 km
  • Claypit Lane/Ash Grove0.2 km