Winney Hill is in Harthill, Sheffield and in Rotherham district. S26 7YL is located in the Wales electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rother Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Winney Hill, Harthill, Sheffield, S26 7YL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S26 7YN, S26 7UJ, S26 7XE, S26 7UL, S26 7WG, S26 7WD, S26 7YY, S26 7WE, S26 7XL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S26 7YL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.3% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.7% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 26.2% | 33.9% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 47.2% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.2% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 5.9% | -5.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 45.7% | 48.1% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 30% | 31.9% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 14.4% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 27% | 21.2% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 9.4% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 16.3% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 26.4% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99% | 97.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.6% | 97.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 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 | 97.3% | 97.5% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winney Hill was 29.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.4% lower than the Anston & Woodsetts average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winney Hill has the 24th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Anston & Woodsetts and the 169th lowest crime rate of 869 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Winney Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-10-31 | £250,923 |
| 76 Winney Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £347,995 | 2020-08-21 | £479,339 |
| 37 Winney Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2019-07-08 | £406,342 |
| Carr Holme Winney Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £807,500 | 2019-03-05 | £1,046,338 |
| 15B Winney Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-09-21 | £492,971 |
S26 7YL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harthill Primary School Union Street , Harthill S26 7YH | - not rated | 251 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harthill Primary School Union Street , Harthill S26 7YH | - not rated | 251 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kiveton Park Infant School Station Road , Kiveton Park S26 6QP | 3out of 4 | 3,065 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kiveton Park Infant School Station Road , Kiveton Park S26 6QP | - not rated | 3,065 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kiveton Park Meadows Junior School Storth Lane , Kiveton Park S26 5QT | 2out of 4 | 3,511 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wales High School Storth Lane , Kiveton Park S26 5QQ | - not rated | 3,397 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wales High School Storth Lane , Kiveton Park S26 5QQ | 3out of 4 | 3,397 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage High School Boughton Lane , Clowne S43 4QG | 3out of 4 | 4,818 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage High School Boughton Lane , Clowne S43 4QG | - not rated | 4,818 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Derbyshire Tertiary College Rectory Road , Clowne S43 4BQ | - not rated | 5,115 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barlborough Hall School Barlborough Park , Barlborough S43 4TJ | - not rated | 2,844 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Mary's College College Road , Spinkhill S21 3YL | - not rated | 4,616 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Cedars Independent School The Paddocks , Slaley Lane S43 4LG | - not rated | 5,323 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Boyd House Slayley Lane , Clowne S43 4LG | - not rated | 5,323 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Bell | Blue Bell Inn, 4 Woodall Lane | 528 yd | |
| The Beehive | 16 Union Street | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 64 Union Street | 639 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winney Hill (Closed) Winney Hill | grass pitches | 209 yd |
| Harthill Leisure Centre WOODALL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 452 yd |
| Harthill The Field Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND PAVILION CRICKET GROUND PAVILION THORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 963 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 | 2.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.5% |
| 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 | 61 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.