Rainbow Place is in Hackenthorpe, Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S12 4BD 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 Place, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield, S12 4BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S12 4AD, S12 4BG, S12 4AA, S12 4BE, S12 4BB, S12 4AB, S12 4BW, S12 4BR, S12 4BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S12 4BD has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 4BD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 37.3% | 43.5% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 39.6% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 6.7% | -6.6% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 5.5% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 41.3% | 42.7% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 30.8% | -6.8% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 20.7% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.5% | 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.
In the area around S12 4BD this area, 31.8% 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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 31.8% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 11.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 14.9% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.3% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 15.3% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.7% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 96% | 89.6% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 95.3% | 97% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 97% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.8% | 37.2% | 22.6% |
| Christian | 32.6% | 46.2% | -13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rainbow Place was 96.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.3% lower than the Beighton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rainbow Place has the 55th highest crime rate of 159 local areas in Beighton and the 633rd highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Rainbow Place, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-06-16 | £177,976 |
| 9 Rainbow Place, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-09-08 | £125,051 |
| 14 Rainbow Place, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2020-01-24 | £105,045 |
| 7 Rainbow Place, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,950 | 2018-10-29 | £149,197 |
| 7 Rainbow Place, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-10-26 | £135,695 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aughton Early Years Centre Main Street , Aughton S26 3XH | 2out of 4 | 4,662 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 | 430 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 | 1,319 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Community Primary School Station Road , Woodhouse S13 7RB | 3out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel Anglican/Methodist Junior School Thorpe Drive , Waterthorpe S20 7JU | 3out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterthorpe Infant School Thorpe Drive , Waterthorpe S20 7JU | 3out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield School Eckington Road , Sothall S20 1HQ | 1out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | 3out of 4 | 2,346 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handsworth Grange Community Sports College Handsworth Grange Road , Handsworth S13 9HJ | 4out of 4 | 2,633 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birley Academy Birley Lane , S12 3BP | 2out of 4 | 2,870 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston Academy Aughton Road , Swallownest S26 4SF | 3out of 4 | 3,993 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 | 1,134 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landmarks Littlemoor House , Littlemoor S21 4EF | - not rated | 4,524 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archdale School Archdale Road , S2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 4,979 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 | 437 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Drive thru, Drake House Way | 586 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Drakehouse Retail Park, Drakehouse Crescent | 607 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 19, Drakehouse Retail Park, Drake House Way | 620 yd | |
| Snax Shack | Unit 1, Main Street | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hogshead | 133 Delves Road | 366 yd | |
| Drakehouse Mill | Drakehouse Retail Park, Drake House Way | 607 yd | |
| Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, Main Street | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Peaks Takeaway | 131 Delves Road | 221 yd | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Kfc, Drake House Way | 587 yd | |
| Lees Chinese Take Away | 127 Delves Road | 611 yd | |
| Chilli Chickanoz | 126 Birley Spa Lane | 1,025 yd | |
| Oakhouse Fisheries | 118 Birley Spa Lane | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Sheffield Mosborough Superstore | Beighton Road East | 446 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Forge Primary Academy BEIGHTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 459 yd |
| Waterthorpe Playing Fields CLEEVE HILL GARDENS | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Places Gym Sheffield DRAKE HOUSE RETAIL PARK DRAKE HOUSE RETAIL PARK DRAKE HOUSE WAY | health and fitness suite | 850 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 | 4.5% |
| 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 | 59.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.