Windmill Road is in North Anston, Sheffield and in Rotherham district. S25 4EJ is located in the Anston & Woodsetts electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rother Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windmill Road, North Anston, Sheffield, S25 4EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S25 4AT, S25 4EH, S25 4DH, S25 4EQ, S25 4EF, S25 4EU, S25 4EP, S25 4HQ, S25 4EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S25 4EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.8% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.2% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 29.2% | 41.5% | 12.3% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 31.2% | -13.2% | 44.2% | -13.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13.7% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 12.7% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 44.6% | 37.7% | -6.9% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 22.9% | 34.6% | 11.7% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 20.6% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 S25 4EJ this area, 33.2% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.4% | 33.2% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.3% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 13.2% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 15.1% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 19.5% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98.4% | 98.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windmill Road was 71.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.7% higher than the Anston & Woodsetts average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Windmill Road has the 27th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Anston & Woodsetts and the 425th highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Windmill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-10-04 | £144,130 |
| 56 Windmill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-12-13 | £126,695 |
| 38 Windmill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-04-11 | £159,375 |
| 64 Windmill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-02-28 | £233,958 |
| 32 Windmill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-07-24 | £171,984 |
S25 4EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S25 4EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anston Brook Primary School Ryton Road , North Anston S25 4DN | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anston Park Junior School Park Avenue , North Anston S25 2QZ | 2out of 4 | 647 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anston Park Infant School Park Avenue , Dinnington S25 2QZ | 3out of 4 | 653 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anston Greenlands Primary School Edinburgh Drive , North Anston S25 4HD | 3out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anston Hillcrest Primary School Hawthorne Avenue , South Anston S25 5GR | - not rated | 1,289 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinnington High School Doe Quarry Lane , Dinnington S25 2NZ | 2out of 4 | 2,365 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wales High School Storth Lane , Kiveton Park S26 5QQ | 3out of 4 | 4,472 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Willows School Locksley Drive , Thurcroft S66 9NT | 3out of 4 | 5,460 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Butterfly House Limited | Tropical Butterfly House,Wildlife & Falconry Centre, Woodsetts Road | 80 yd | |
| Cafe Espresso | 20 Quarry Lane | 724 yd | |
| South Anston Methodist Church | South Anston Methodist Church, Sheffield Road | 1,074 yd | |
| Cakes by Nancy | 17 Sheffield Road | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cutler | Woodsetts Road | 81 yd | |
| Anston W M C Institute | 1 Main Street | 523 yd | |
| Anston Cricket Club | Ryton Road | 573 yd | |
| Little Mester | Nursery Road | 833 yd | |
| Loyal Trooper | Sheffield Road | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anston Chinese Takeaway | 18 Ryton Road | 482 yd | |
| Aphrodite Fish Bar | 20 Ryton Road | 482 yd | |
| Georgio's Fish Bar | 5 Nursery Road | 505 yd | |
| Tandoori Hut | 13A Sheffield Road | 1,080 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anston Recreation Ground Ryton Road | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Anston Cricket Club RYTON ROAD | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Anston Brook Primary School RYTON ROAD | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Greenlands Park NURSERY CRESCENT | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Anston Park Junior School PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Anston Greenlands Primary School Edinburgh Drive | grass pitches | 993 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 | 46.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.3% |
| 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 | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.07 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.07 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.06 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.