Mill Close is in Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S60 1BZ is located in the Boston Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Close, Rotherham, S60 1BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S60 1BZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 54.2% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 49% | 45.8% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 S60 1BZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.7% 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 | 48.5% | 56.7% | 8.2% | 37.9% | 18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.4% | 24.1% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -20.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 9.9% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 41.6% | 44.9% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 36.5% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 10.9% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 5.8% | -4.3% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 S60 1BZ this area, 40.4% 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 10.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.6% | 40.4% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 22.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 16.7% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.3% | 15.3% | 6.0% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 10.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 10.8% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -23.0% |
| Other | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 90.7% | 80.7% | -10.0% | 81.4% | -0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 85.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 85.8% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 6.9% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 86.1% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.8% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.6% | 76.7% | -23.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 39.5% | 13.5% | 26.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.4% | 37.2% | 14.2% |
| Christian | 31.9% | 46.2% | -14.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 6.9% | 6.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Close was 230.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.7% lower than the Boston Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Close has the 28th highest crime rate of 131 local areas in Boston Castle and the 100th highest crime rate of 869 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 142.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Templeborough House Mill Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £320,997 | 2013-10-09 | £472,164 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Nursery School The Arnold Centre , Goldsmith Road S65 2LY | - not rated | 3,050 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Nursery School Barbers Crescent , Rawmarsh S62 6AD | 4out of 4 | 5,072 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canklow Woods Primary School Wood Lane , Canklow S60 2XJ | - not rated | 968 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canklow Woods Primary School Wood Lane , Canklow S60 2XJ | - not rated | 968 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canklow Woods Infant School Wood Lane , Canklow S60 2XJ | - not rated | 968 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canklow Woods Junior School Wood Lane , S60 2XJ | - not rated | 968 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferham Primary School Ferham Road , S61 1AP | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shergreen Middle School Bracken Road , S5 6FH | - not rated | 5,390 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | - not rated | 1,591 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kimberworth Comprehensive School Kimberworth Road , S61 1HE | - not rated | 2,193 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | - not rated | 2,352 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | 3out of 4 | 2,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park House School Bawtry Road , Tinsley S9 1WD | - not rated | 2,544 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinde House 3-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | - not rated | 4,746 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| RNN Group Town Centre Campus , Eastwood Lane S65 1EG | - not rated | 1,612 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,746 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Masbrough Centre Ferham Park Complex , Kimberworth Road S61 1AJ | - not rated | 1,406 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE My Place , Rotherham S65 1PH | - not rated | 1,830 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rudston Preparatory School 59-63 Broom Road , S60 2SW | - not rated | 1,857 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelford School Oakdale Road , Kimberworth S61 2NU | 3out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelford School Oakdale Road , Kimberworth S61 2NU | - not rated | 2,027 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Larder | Unit A7 Bradmarsh Business Park | 209 yd | |
| The Big Apple | Old Sheffield Road | 574 yd | |
| KFC | Canklow Road | 586 yd | |
| Dynasty | 55-57 Sheffield Road | 638 yd | |
| Goodfellas | 53 Sheffield Road | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Riverside | Phoenix Riverside | 284 yd | |
| New York Tavern | 84 Westgate | 899 yd | |
| Cutlers Arms | 29 Westgate | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Ocean City | 253 Canklow Road | 586 yd | |
| Jacko's | 95 Sheffield Road | 638 yd | |
| A K Kebabish | 88 Westgate | 899 yd | |
| Presto Pizza | 161-163 Masbrough Street | 993 yd | |
| New Wok | 149 Masbrough Street | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joblot | Canklow Road | 571 yd | |
| Tesco | Moorgate Road | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fullerton Road Works Canteen (Closed) Fullerton Road | 299 yd | |
| Canklow Recreation Ground CANKLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Rotherham United Fc (New York Stadium) NEW YORK STADIUM NEW YORK STADIUM NEW YORK WAY | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Total Rebuild (Closed) 1-3 1-3 Canklow Road | health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Total Rebuild CANKLOW ROAD | health and fitness suite | 825 yd |
| Moorgate Tennis Club MOORGATE LAWN TENNIS CLUB MOORGATE LAWN TENNIS CLUB MOORGATE AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,041 yd |
| Canklow Woods Primary School Wood Lane | grass pitches | 1,054 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.