Rainbow Grove is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S12 4BB 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 Grove, Sheffield, S12 4BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S12 4BE, S12 4BG, S12 4BD, S12 4AS, S12 4AX, S12 4AW, S12 4AD, S12 4AA, S12 4BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S12 4BB 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 4BB, 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 4BB 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 Grove was 100.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.9% lower than the Beighton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rainbow Grove has the 51st highest crime rate of 159 local areas in Beighton and the 607th highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Rainbow Grove, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,800 | 2025-03-24 | £175,928 |
| 17 Rainbow Grove, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-03-26 | £163,454 |
| 11 Rainbow Grove, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-11-28 | £165,844 |
| 9 Rainbow Grove, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £86,500 | 2017-07-07 | £129,813 |
| 11 Rainbow Grove, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2016-07-01 | £123,279 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aughton Early Years Centre Main Street , Aughton S26 3XH | 2out of 4 | 4,596 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Forge Primary Academy Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LQ | 2out of 4 | 545 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Primary, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Spring Water Avenue , Hackenthorpe S12 4HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Community Primary School Station Road , Woodhouse S13 7RB | 3out of 4 | 1,371 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse West Primary School Coisley Hill , S13 7BP | - not rated | 1,692 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birley Spa Primary Academy Jermyn Crescent , Hackenthorpe S12 4QE | 3out of 4 | 1,702 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy City Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | 3out of 4 | 2,255 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Eckington Road , Sothall S20 1HQ | 1out of 4 | 2,261 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handsworth Grange Community Sports College Handsworth Grange Road , Handsworth S13 9HJ | 4out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birley Academy Birley Lane , S12 3BP | 2out of 4 | 2,887 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston Academy Aughton Road , Swallownest S26 4SF | 3out of 4 | 3,934 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,199 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landmarks Littlemoor House , Littlemoor S21 4EF | - not rated | 4,653 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archdale School Archdale Road , S2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 4,895 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 524 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Drive thru, Drake House Way | 676 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Drakehouse Retail Park, Drakehouse Crescent | 695 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 19, Drakehouse Retail Park, Drake House Way | 718 yd | |
| Snax Shack | Unit 1, Main Street | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hogshead | 133 Delves Road | 419 yd | |
| Drakehouse Mill | Drakehouse Retail Park, Drake House Way | 695 yd | |
| Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, Main Street | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Peaks Takeaway | 131 Delves Road | 296 yd | |
| Lees Chinese Take Away | 127 Delves Road | 635 yd | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Kfc, Drake House Way | 678 yd | |
| Chilli Chickanoz | 126 Birley Spa Lane | 1,013 yd | |
| Oakhouse Fisheries | 118 Birley Spa Lane | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Sheffield Mosborough Superstore | Beighton Road East | 570 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Forge Primary Academy BEIGHTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 549 yd |
| Waterthorpe Playing Fields CLEEVE HILL GARDENS | grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Places Gym Sheffield DRAKE HOUSE RETAIL PARK DRAKE HOUSE RETAIL PARK DRAKE HOUSE WAY | health and fitness suite | 922 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 | 76.9% |
| 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 | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.