Rokeby Road is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S5 9FT is located in the Southey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rokeby Road, Sheffield, S5 9FT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S5 9JA, S5 9HA, S5 9JB, S5 9GX, S5 9FL, S5 9JG, S5 9LE, S5 9JS, S5 9GZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S5 9FT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 51.4% | 49.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 34.9% | 39.1% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 40.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 37.4% | 35.2% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 39.6% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 13.7% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 10.8% | 7.8% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 S5 9FT this area, 28.6% 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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.2% | 28.6% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22% | 16.8% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.7% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 8.4% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.4% | 13% | 9.6% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 15.5% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.9% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 93.4% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.5% | 94.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 94.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 4.9% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 26.3% | 13.5% | 12.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rokeby Road was 102.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.8% higher than the East Ecclesfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rokeby Road has the 22nd highest crime rate of 91 local areas in East Ecclesfield and the 614th highest crime rate of 1,697 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Rokeby Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2025-06-17 | £179,915 |
| 4 Rokeby Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-11-03 | £159,027 |
| 13 Rokeby Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,950 | 2006-06-02 | £204,248 |
| 3 Rokeby Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2002-05-10 | £211,400 |
| 2 Rokeby Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £37,000 | 2000-02-25 | £176,964 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monteney Nursery First School Monteney Crescent , S5 9DN | - not rated | 650 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monteney Primary School Monteney Crescent , S5 9DN | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monteney Primary School Monteney Crescent , S5 9DN | - not rated | 650 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindsay Nursery and Infant School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | - not rated | 850 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ecclesfield Town Infant School High Street , Ecclesfield S35 9UD | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monteney Middle School Monteney Crescent , S5 9DN | - not rated | 650 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansel Middle School Mansel Crescent , S5 9QS | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucklow Middle School Hucklow Road , S5 6TB | - not rated | 2,490 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shergreen Middle School Bracken Road , S5 6FH | - not rated | 2,697 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roe Wood Middle School Norwood Drive , S5 7BH | - not rated | 3,111 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , Grenoside S35 8NN | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands School Technology College Creswick Lane , Grenoside S35 8NN | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer Business and Enterprise College Wordsworth Avenue , S5 8NH | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer School Wordsworth Avenue , S5 8NH | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , S35 8NN | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinde House 3-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | - not rated | 3,092 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longley Park Sixth Form College Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 1,975 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longley Park Sixth Form Academy Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 1,975 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapeltown Academy Hydra Business Park , Nether Lane S35 9ZX | - not rated | 2,587 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinde House 2-16 Academy Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | 3out of 4 | 3,092 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Astrea Academy Sheffield Andover Street , S3 9BE | 3out of 4 | 4,559 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Don Valley Leeds Road , S9 3TY | 3out of 4 | 5,260 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parson Cross Tertiary College Remington Avenue , S5 9PB | - not rated | 540 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus Academy Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | 1out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Deerlands School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | - not rated | 804 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Holgate Meadows School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | - not rated | 899 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolley Wood School Chaucer Road , S5 9QN | 3out of 4 | 1,035 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobs + Crumbs | 37 Margetson Crescent | 524 yd | |
| Ecco Tap Bar and Bistro | 244a High Greave | 932 yd | |
| Georges | 143 Chaucer Road | 1,037 yd | |
| Corner Cafe | 283 Buchanan Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wordsworth Tavern | Wordsworth Tavern, Wordsworth Avenue | 271 yd | |
| Colley WMC | Flat Over, Colley Working Mens Club, 2 Margetson Road | 464 yd | |
| The Beagle | The Beagle, Knutton Crescent | 950 yd | |
| Jurassica Ltd | 71 Monteney Crescent | 954 yd | |
| The Greyhound Hotel | 122 High Street | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sid's Fish Bar | 44 Wheata Road | 195 yd | |
| Aris Spices | 36 Wheata Road | 195 yd | |
| Golden Palace | Margetson Tara, 47 Margetson Crescent | 486 yd | |
| Little Lou's Fish + Chips | 49 Margetson Crescent | 524 yd | |
| Timmy's | Post Office, 103 Lindsay Avenue | 950 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield College Monteney Site (Closed) | grass pitches | 308 yd |
| Colley Park BRITLAND CLOSE | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Colley Sports Centre (Closed) Remington Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 520 yd |
| Parson Cross Park DEERLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches | 630 yd |
| Adlington Road Playing Fields (Closed) Adlington Road | grass pitches | 717 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.