Postcode Analysis Rotherham, Yorkshire and The Humber

WHEATCROFT ROAD, S62 5EG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEATCROFT ROAD, S62 5EG.

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Population

263

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 32,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S62 5EG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S62 5EG's 56% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

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

For families considering a move, S62 5EG represents 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £97k, 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 5EG are sourced from Output Area E00039389 (shared with 12 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 5EG. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 97,500

1 sales · Mean £ 97,500

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

S62 5EG has low crime rates — 41 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 offences110
Anti-social behaviour32
Criminal damage and arson20
Vehicle crime13
Burglary12

school Local Schools

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Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School

Good170 pupils0.3 km
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Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School

Requires Improvement260 pupils0.6 km
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Rawmarsh Rosehill Junior School

Good225 pupils0.6 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good174 pupils0.9 km
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Rotherham Aspire

Good98 pupils1.0 km
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Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre

Outstanding138 pupils1.0 km
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Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School

Good214 pupils1.1 km
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Rawmarsh Community School

Good1076 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Howson News0.5 km
  • Mighali's limited0.3 km
  • Rawmarsh Greggs0.7 km
  • Bobbys Premier Express1.0 km
  • Claypit News0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Roundwood Pavilion0.8 km
  • The Queens Hotel0.4 km
  • Fighting Cocks0.3 km
  • Ryecroft Club Ltd0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Edibles0.2 km
  • Pops Outdoor Adventure0.9 km
  • Hunger Stop Cafe0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Happy House0.5 km
  • Kilnhurst Road Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Sugar Heaven0.1 km
  • Claypit Lane Fish Bar0.2 km
  • East Dragon0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swinton (South Yorkshire)2.8 km
  • Mexborough3.8 km
  • Rotherham Central4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • St Nicholas Road/Tinker Road0.1 km
  • St Nicholas Road/Kilnhurst Road0.1 km
  • Kilnhurst Road/St Nicholas Road0.1 km
  • Kilnhurst Road/Sandhill Road0.1 km
  • Kilnhurst Road/St Nicholas Road0.1 km