Worry Goose Lane is in Whiston, Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S60 4AB is located in the Sitwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rother Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Worry Goose Lane, Whiston, Rotherham, S60 4AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S60 4DL, S60 4AD, S60 4AE, S60 4AF, S60 4LN, S60 4AA, S60 4DJ, S60 4DW, S60 4DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S60 4AB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 50.5% | 49.1% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.9% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 4AB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.2% 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 | 26.8% | 29.2% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 56.2% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 12.0% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6.4% | -3.4% | 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 | 44.6% | 47.8% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 32.4% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 12.2% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 19.6% | 18.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.2% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 12.4% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.3% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 16.7% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 31.3% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 5.2% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 9.1% | 8.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 5.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.5% | 88.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 95.1% | 88.8% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 88.5% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.8% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 4.7% | 1.5% | 3.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 10.8% | 6.5% | 4.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Worry Goose Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Aughton & Swallownest average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Worry Goose Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,500 | 2021-07-12 | £220,488 |
| 37 Worry Goose Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2020-10-09 | £296,582 |
| 37 Worry Goose Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2014-09-03 | £306,677 |
| 53 Worry Goose Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2013-08-09 | £207,470 |
| 51 Worry Goose Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2007-08-10 | £282,041 |
S60 4AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 2,361 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aughton Early Years Centre Main Street , Aughton S26 3XH | 3out of 4 | 4,575 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School Hall Close Avenue , Whiston S60 4AG | 4out of 4 | 400 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiston Worry Goose Junior and Infant School Hall Close Avenue , Whiston S60 4AG | - not rated | 400 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiston Junior and Infant School Saville Road , Whiston S60 4DX | - not rated | 565 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiston Junior and Infant School Saville Road , Whiston S60 4DX | - not rated | 565 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sitwell Junior School Grange Road , S60 3LA | - not rated | 689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bernard's Catholic High School, Specialist School for the Arts and Applied Learning Herringthorpe Valley Road , S65 3BE | - not rated | 1,552 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Catholic High School Herringthorpe Valley Road , S65 3BE | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | - not rated | 2,001 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 2,001 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | - not rated | 2,958 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 | 5,321 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 | 2,472 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 2,480 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| RNN Group Town Centre Campus , Eastwood Lane S65 1EG | - not rated | 3,485 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 | 5,068 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | - not rated | 949 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiston Grange School East Bawtry Road , Whiston S60 3LX | - not rated | 949 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | - not rated | 949 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | - not rated | 949 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | 2out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7AM Sandwich Bar | 1c Worry Goose Lane | 173 yd | |
| Sheila’s Shack | 1 Hunger Hill Lane | 487 yd | |
| La Pondicherry | 340 Herringthorpe Valley Road | 652 yd | |
| Willows Bistro Ltd | 342 Herringthorpe Valley Road | 652 yd | |
| Rancheros Rodizio Bar and Grill | 156 Wickersley Road | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hind | 285 East Bawtry Road | 484 yd | |
| Sitwell Park Golf Club | Sitwell Park Golf Club, Shrogswood Road | 770 yd | |
| Stag Inn | Wickersley Road | 885 yd | |
| Roadhouse Bar and Bottles | 156 Wickersley Road | 889 yd | |
| Golden Ball Inn | Turner Lane | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whiston Take Away | 4 Hunger Hill Lane | 487 yd | |
| Punjab Balti House | 5 Hunger Hill Lane | 487 yd | |
| Ben's Pizza | 479 Herringthorpe Valley Road | 1,053 yd | |
| Fiveways Fish Bar | 483 Herringthorpe Valley Road | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 1-3 Worry Goose Lane | 173 yd | |
| Tesco | 17 East Bawtry Road | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whiston Worry Goose School (Closed) Hall Close Avenue | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Whiston Junior And Infant School WHISTON JUNIOR AND INFANT SCHOOL WHISTON JUNIOR AND INFANT SCHOOL SAVILLE ROAD | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Sitwell Junior School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Whiston Parish Church Cricket Club RECTORY DRIVE | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Sitwell Park Golf Club SHROGSWOOD ROAD | golf | 897 yd |
| Scout Hall At Herringthorpe United Reform Church WICKERSLEY ROAD | 929 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 | 89.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.