Nightingale Close is in Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S60 2AB is located in the Boston Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nightingale Close, Rotherham, S60 2AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S60 2AD, S60 2HY, S60 2AF, S60 2HZ, S60 2AG, S60 2PT, S60 2BF, S60 2LA, S60 2EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S60 2AB 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 | 55.7% | 50.3% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 44.3% | 49.7% | 5.4% | 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.
In the immediate area around S60 2AB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.1% 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 | 32.5% | 42.1% | 9.6% | 37.9% | 4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.7% | 17.6% | -0.1% | 44.2% | -26.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 17% | 14.4% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 29.3% | 23% | -6.3% | 6.1% | 16.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (37.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 25.2% | 15.3% | -9.9% | 48.4% | -33.1% |
| Good health | 23.1% | 22.1% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -11.5% |
| Fair health | 29.8% | 44.9% | 15.1% | 12.7% | 32.2% |
| Bad health | 17.2% | 11.9% | -5.3% | 4.0% | 7.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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 2AB this area, 49.8% 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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 56.2% | 49.8% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 31.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 10.5% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 4.7% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -8.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.5% | 6.9% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -10.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 14.5% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 6.7% | 10.9% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 8.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 5.1% | 1.7% | 2.5% | 2.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 80% | 86.4% | 6.4% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
| Other | 6.5% | 1% | -5.5% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 83.1% | 90.5% | 7.4% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 4.1% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 6.2% | 3.7% | -2.5% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 1.7% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 90.5% | 9.3% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.8% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.7% | 2% | -9.7% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 33% | 76.7% | -43.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 62.2% | 13.5% | 48.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 38.6% | 46.2% | -7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.8% | 6.5% | -1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nightingale Close was 214.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.6% lower than the Boston Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nightingale Close has the 31st highest crime rate of 131 local areas in Boston Castle and the 115th highest crime rate of 869 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorgate Lodge Nursing Home Nightingale Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £5,883,802 | 2023-03-29 | £6,215,457 |
| Moorgate Lodge Nursing Home Nightingale Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £2,500,000 | 2018-09-28 | £3,115,764 |
The percentage of retired residents living in S60 2AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 2,100 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Nursery School Barbers Crescent , Rawmarsh S62 6AD | 4out of 4 | 4,290 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broom Valley Community School Broom Valley Road , S60 2QU | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broom Valley Infant School Broom Valley Road , S60 2QU | - not rated | 843 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's Infant School St Stephens Road , S65 1PJ | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's Primary School St Leonard's Road , Eastwood S65 1PD | 3out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's Junior and Infant School St Leonard's Road , Eastwood S65 1PD | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,300 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 1,300 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spurley Hey School Cranworth Road , S65 1LN | - not rated | 1,727 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | 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 | 3,512 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 786 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| RNN Group Town Centre Campus , Eastwood Lane S65 1EG | - not rated | 789 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 797 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrybergh Academy and Sports College Arran Hill , Thrybergh S65 4BJ | - not rated | 5,181 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rudston Preparatory School 59-63 Broom Road , S60 2SW | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blenheim Centre Doncaster Road , S65 1NN | - not rated | 1,114 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE My Place , Rotherham S65 1PH | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Masbrough Centre Ferham Park Complex , Kimberworth Road S61 1AJ | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellern Mede Moorgate School 136 Moorgate Road , S60 3AZ | - not rated | 1,926 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Red's Diner | Former Boiler House, Unit 2 Alma Road | 112 yd | |
| The Big Smoke | Moorgate Road | 169 yd | |
| Bagel Bites | 108-110 Westgate | 286 yd | |
| HMOM Lighthouse Homes | 71 Westgate | 333 yd | |
| Chaii Street | 40a Westgate | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Tavern | 84 Westgate | 305 yd | |
| Cutlers Arms | 29 Westgate | 395 yd | |
| The Bluecoat | 6 The Crofts | 439 yd | |
| Renoirs Lounge Bar | 14 The Crofts | 439 yd | |
| Mailcoach | Wellgate | 465 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A K Kebabish | 88 Westgate | 305 yd | |
| Terry's | 9 Mansfield Road | 311 yd | |
| Pronto Fast Food | 96 Wellgate | 362 yd | |
| My Chicken Express | 167-169 Wellgate | 382 yd | |
| Taste of Instanbul | 119 Wellgate | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprouts Supermarket | 174 Wellgate | 350 yd | |
| Joblot | Canklow Road | 412 yd | |
| Tesco | Moorgate Road | 576 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 2-4 Howard Street | 821 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Drummond Street | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Total Rebuild (Closed) 1-3 1-3 Canklow Road | health and fitness suite | 263 yd |
| Total Rebuild CANKLOW ROAD | health and fitness suite | 265 yd |
| Rotherham United Fc (New York Stadium) NEW YORK STADIUM NEW YORK STADIUM NEW YORK WAY | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Concrete Fitness (Closed) 8-10 8-10 Main Street | health and fitness suite | 596 yd |
| Moorgate Tennis Club MOORGATE LAWN TENNIS CLUB MOORGATE LAWN TENNIS CLUB MOORGATE AVENUE | tennis courts | 661 yd |
| Clifton Park CLIFTON MOUNT | tennis courts | 714 yd |
| Revolution Gym And Fitness (Closed) 35-37 35-37 Bridgegate | health and fitness suite | 771 yd |
| Tr Sports Centre MOORGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 800 yd |
| Broom Valley Community School BROOM VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 844 yd |
| Clifton Lane BROOM ROAD | grass pitches | 855 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 | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.