Rock Terrace is in Stamford and in South Kesteven district. PE9 2YJ is located in the Stamford St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Grantham and Stamford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rock Terrace, Stamford, PE9 2YJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE9 2PT, PE9 2PU, PE9 2YQ, PE9 2PX, PE9 1DW, PE9 1AS, PE9 1GE, PE9 2SW, PE9 2PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE9 2YJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.5% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.5% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38% | 35.1% | -2.9% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 42.4% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 14% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.2% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 48.5% | 2.2% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 35.5% | -4.2% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.6% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 20.4% | 6.0% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 6.2% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 14.2% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.1% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.2% | 38.2% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 91.6% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 89.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 89.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 6.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 89.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 7.6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.6% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rock Terrace was 160.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 271.6% higher than the Stamford All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Rock Terrace has the 7th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Stamford All Saints and the 47th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rock Terrace, Stamford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2023-01-26 | £756,960 |
| 5 Rock Terrace, Stamford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2020-06-10 | £851,599 |
| 1 Rock Terrace, Stamford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £715,000 | 2020-04-17 | £872,721 |
| 2 Rock Terrace, Stamford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2018-08-31 | £798,561 |
| 9 Rock Terrace, Stamford, Lincolnshire Terraced, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2017-06-30 | £832,255 |
PE9 2YJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PE9 2YJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School Foundry Road , PE9 2PP | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bluecoat School Green Lane , PE9 1HE | - not rated | 861 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Saint Augustine's Catholic Voluntary Academy Kesteven Road , PE9 1SR | 2out of 4 | 1,301 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malcolm Sargent Primary School Empingham Road , PE9 2SR | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Aided Primary School Kesteven Road , PE9 1SX | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford Welland Academy Green Lane , PE9 1HE | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Casterton College Rutland Ryhall Road , Great Casterton PE9 4AT | 3out of 4 | 3,259 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford Junior School Kettering Road , PE9 2LR | - not rated | 988 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamford Endowed Schools Brazenose House , St Pauls Street PE9 2BE | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copthill Independent Day School & Nursery Barnack Road , Uffington PE9 3AD | - not rated | 4,643 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bombay Cottage | Bombay Cottage Restaurant, Scotgate | 100 yd | |
| Mama Liz's | 9a North Street | 226 yd | |
| Travellers Rest Cafe | Bus Station Snack Bar, St Peters Hill | 303 yd | |
| Second Helpings - Stamford | Barnhill Methodist Church, 11 Barn Hill | 340 yd | |
| Hong Kong Restaurant | 5-6 All Saints Street | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Man | The Green Man, 29 Scotgate | 100 yd | |
| The Jolly Brewer | The Jolly Brewer, 30 Foundry Road | 192 yd | |
| The Hurdler | The Hurdler Inn, 93 New Cross Road | 293 yd | |
| The Millstone Inn Stamford Limited | 1 All Saints Street | 341 yd | |
| Twelve All Saints Ltd | 12 All Saints Place | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Hut / Delightful Desserts | 66 North Street | 226 yd | |
| Pizza Da Mario | 1 Sheep Market | 436 yd | |
| Model Fish Bar | 52 Broad Street | 476 yd | |
| Stamford Delight | 2 Red Lion Street | 482 yd | |
| Stamford Kebab House Ltd | 1 Red Lion Street | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Ltd, West Street | 216 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 46 High Street | 732 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 41 High Street | 732 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westside Health And Fitness Club WEST STREET | health and fitness suite | 217 yd |
| Stamford Recreational Grounds 2 GIBSON COTTAGES 2 GIBSON COTTAGES CLIFF ROAD | tennis courts | 477 yd |
| Stamford Junior School STAMFORD JUNIOR SCHOOL STAMFORD JUNIOR SCHOOL KETTERING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 734 yd |
| Stamford And District Indoor Bowls Club EXETER GARDENS | indoor bowls | 739 yd |
| The Bluecoat School GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Stamford Endowed Schools Sports Centre SPORTS HALL SPORTS HALL CONDUIT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 916 yd |
| New Flame Stadium (Closed) Kettering Road | grass pitches | 928 yd |
| Empingham Road Playing Field HAMBLETON ROAD | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Stamford High School HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 994 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.