Broom Court is in Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S60 2SP is located in the Boston Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broom Court, Rotherham, S60 2SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S60 2RJ, S60 2SR, S60 2SS, S60 2SU, S60 2RQ, S60 2RH, S60 3PJ, S60 2QZ, S60 3EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S60 2SP 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 | 51.6% | 50.3% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.7% | 1.3% | 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 vicinity of S60 2SP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.9% | 28.9% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 52.3% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 8.1% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 44.2% | 47.3% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 33% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 14.6% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 18.2% | 14.8% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 8.1% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 13.8% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.2% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 33.3% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 8.7% | 23.1% | 14.4% | 2.7% | 20.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 84.2% | 71.3% | -12.9% | 81.4% | -10.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 81.2% 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 | 90.3% | 81.2% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.8% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.1% | 10.7% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 5.1% |
| 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 | 90% | 81.2% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 13.9% | 13.3% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.3% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.3% | 37.2% | -14.9% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 22.3% | 6.5% | 15.8% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broom Court was 55.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.4% lower than the Boston Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Broom Court has the 38th lowest crime rate of 131 local areas in Boston Castle and the 341st lowest crime rate of 869 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Broom Court, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2025-12-15 | £82,394 |
| 16 Broom Court, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £98,250 | 2025-07-25 | £96,253 |
| 28 Broom Court, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2025-02-24 | £104,381 |
| 28 Broom Court, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2025-02-24 | £104,381 |
| 14 Broom Court, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-12-06 | £107,660 |
S60 2SP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S60 2SP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,344 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Nursery School Barbers Crescent , Rawmarsh S62 6AD | 4out of 4 | 4,609 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 | 506 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broom Valley Infant School Broom Valley Road , S60 2QU | - not rated | 506 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herringthorpe Junior School Chatterton Drive , S65 2JW | - not rated | 690 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herringthorpe Junior School Chatterton Drive , S65 2JW | - not rated | 690 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herringthorpe Infant School Chatterton Drive , Herringthorpe S65 2JW | - not rated | 726 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 | 854 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Catholic High School, Specialist School for the Arts and Applied Learning Herringthorpe Valley Road , S65 3BE | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Catholic High School Herringthorpe Valley Road , S65 3BE | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | - not rated | 1,365 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,317 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 | 976 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 978 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| RNN Group Town Centre Campus , Eastwood Lane S65 1EG | - not rated | 1,697 yd | Further education | 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 | 4,639 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 | 385 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE My Place , Rotherham S65 1PH | - not rated | 423 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellern Mede Moorgate School 136 Moorgate Road , S60 3AZ | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blenheim Centre Doncaster Road , S65 1NN | - not rated | 1,574 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | - not rated | 1,580 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Bites | Unit 3, 68 Broom Lane | 617 yd | |
| Shellys Cafe | Bakers Field Court | 786 yd | |
| Laureate Court Care Centre | Wellgate | 889 yd | |
| Costa | Rotherham Hospital, Moorgate Road | 924 yd | |
| Lite Bites | 89 Browning Road | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Homestead | Wickersley Road | 231 yd | |
| The New Broom | Broom Valley Road | 350 yd | |
| The Park | Badsley Moor Lane | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bird | 104-106 Browning Road | 935 yd | |
| Davians Fish Bar | 211 Middle Lane | 970 yd | |
| Dragon City | 107-109 Chaucer Road | 998 yd | |
| Mama's Pitza | 105C Chaucer Road | 998 yd | |
| Darren's Bakery | 218-220 Wellgate | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Moorgate Road | 971 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Herringthorpe Stadium MIDDLE LANE SOUTH | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 360 yd |
| Broom Valley Community School BROOM VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Herringthorpe Playing Fields Boswell Street | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Herringthorpe Junior School CHATTERTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Oakwood Swimming Pool (Closed) Moorgate Road | swimming pool | 744 yd |
| Clifton Lane BROOM ROAD | grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Oakwood High School MOORGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| Tr Sports Centre MOORGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 976 yd |
| Moorgate Tennis Club MOORGATE LAWN TENNIS CLUB MOORGATE LAWN TENNIS CLUB MOORGATE AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,028 yd |
| Clifton Methodist Church Hall CLIFTON METHODIST CHURCH CLIFTON METHODIST CHURCH MIDDLE LANE | 1,055 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 | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.