Rainbow Avenue is in Hackenthorpe, Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S12 4AS is located in the Beighton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield South East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rainbow Avenue, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield, S12 4AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S12 4AX, S12 4BE, S12 4BB, S12 4AA, S12 4BG, S12 4BD, S12 4AW, S12 4AD, S12 4AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S12 4AS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51.9% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48.1% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S12 4AS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.3% | 48% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.3% | 37.3% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 9.3% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 9% | 4.9% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 36.1% | 42.7% | 6.6% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 33.9% | -5.2% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 8.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
In the area around S12 4AS this area, 32.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.2% | 32.3% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 15% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 16.4% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 16.4% | 8.7% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 13.3% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -20.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 0.4% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 93.6% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
In this area, 93.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 93.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 93.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.4% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.6% | 37.2% | 21.4% |
| Christian | 34.2% | 46.2% | -12.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rainbow Avenue was 75.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.6% lower than the Beighton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rainbow Avenue has the 75th highest crime rate of 159 local areas in Beighton and the 786th highest crime rate of 1,697 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 119 Rainbow Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-12-05 | £192,182 |
| 119 Rainbow Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-12-12 | £156,825 |
| 115 Rainbow Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2021-09-24 | £169,367 |
| 137 Rainbow Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2021-09-15 | £161,950 |
| 119 Rainbow Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-05-29 | £155,649 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birley Nursery School Thornbridge Avenue , S12 3AB | - not rated | 3,073 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Aughton Early Years Centre Main Street , Aughton S26 3XH | 3out of 4 | 4,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Forge Junior School Birley Spa Lane , S12 4BQ | - not rated | 643 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Forge Infant and Nursery School Birley Spa Lane , S12 4BQ | - not rated | 643 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Forge Primary Academy Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LQ | 3out of 4 | 662 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Forge Primary School Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LQ | - not rated | 662 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirebrook Primary School Spa Lane , Woodhouse S13 7PG | - not rated | 874 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birley Middle School Thornbridge Avenue , Birley S12 3AB | - not rated | 3,073 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbrooke Middle School Richmond Road , S13 8LT | - not rated | 3,396 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Athelstan Middle School Richmond Park Drive , S13 8HH | - not rated | 3,737 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnock Hall Middle School Carter Hall Road , S12 3HS | - not rated | 4,201 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prince Edward Middle School City Road , S12 2AA | - not rated | 4,863 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Lodge School Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LQ | - not rated | 860 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Eckington Road , Sothall S20 1HQ | - not rated | 2,085 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Eckington Road , Sothall S20 1HQ | 2out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | - not rated | 2,428 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City School Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | - not rated | 2,428 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becton School Sevenairs Road , Beighton S20 1NZ | - not rated | 1,013 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Academy Sevenairs Road , Beighton S20 1NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Handsworth Christian School 231 Handsworth Road , Handsworth S13 9BJ | - not rated | 3,761 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke Tertiary College Spinkhill Drive , S13 8FD | - not rated | 3,774 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landmarks Littlemoor House , Littlemoor S21 4EF | - not rated | 4,639 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Hortons | 27 Drake House Crescent | 491 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Drive thru, Drake House Way | 641 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Drakehouse Retail Park, Drakehouse Crescent | 657 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 19, Drakehouse Retail Park, Drake House Way | 691 yd | |
| Snax Shack | Unit 1, Main Street | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hogshead | 133 Delves Road | 548 yd | |
| Drakehouse Mill | Drakehouse Retail Park, Drake House Way | 657 yd | |
| Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, Main Street | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Peaks Takeaway | 131 Delves Road | 418 yd | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Kfc, Drake House Way | 642 yd | |
| Lees Chinese Take Away | 127 Delves Road | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Sheffield Mosborough Superstore | Beighton Road East | 597 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Forge Primary Academy BEIGHTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 667 yd |
| Waterthorpe Playing Fields CLEEVE HILL GARDENS | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Places Gym Sheffield DRAKE HOUSE RETAIL PARK DRAKE HOUSE RETAIL PARK DRAKE HOUSE WAY | health and fitness suite | 859 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 51 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.55 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.