Nelson Close is in Brinsworth, Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S60 5LN is located in the Brinsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nelson Close, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S60 5LJ, S60 5LL, S60 5LG, S60 5LQ, S60 5JZ, S60 5LW, S60 5LF, S60 5LR, S60 5LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S60 5LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.2% | 50.2% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 53.8% | 49.8% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 27.2% | 38.6% | 11.4% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 44.8% | -13.9% | 44.2% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.4% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 48.5% | 38.4% | -10.1% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 39.4% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 16.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 22% | 0.4% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 10.6% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 13.7% | -6.8% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 21.2% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 21.6% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 7.1% | 3.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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 | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 93.9% | 90.9% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 94.7% | 96.4% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 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 | 94.7% | 96.8% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Close was 25.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.1% lower than the Aughton & Swallownest average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Nelson Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 97 local areas in Aughton & Swallownest and the 131st lowest crime rate of 869 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Nelson Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-05-22 | £185,532 |
| 4 Nelson Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-06-16 | £190,113 |
| 16 Nelson Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-06-28 | £188,994 |
| 1 Nelson Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-03-29 | £140,107 |
| 6 Nelson Close, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2022-01-28 | £157,502 |
S60 5LN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,250 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aughton Early Years Centre Main Street , Aughton S26 3XH | 3out of 4 | 4,436 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinsworth Howarth Primary School Whitehill Lane , Brinsworth S60 5JR | - not rated | 479 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinsworth Howarth Primary School Whitehill Lane , Brinsworth S60 5JR | 3out of 4 | 479 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinsworth Whitehill Primary School Howlett Drive , Brinsworth S60 5HT | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinsworth Whitehill Junior School Howlett Drive , Brinsworth S60 5HT | - not rated | 634 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinsworth Whitehill Primary School Howlett Drive , Brinsworth S60 5HT | - not rated | 634 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athelstan Middle School Richmond Park Drive , S13 8HH | - not rated | 4,705 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acres Hill Middle School Mather Road , S9 4GQ | - not rated | 4,971 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinsworth Academy Brinsworth Road , Brinsworth S60 5EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinsworth Comprehensive School Brinsworth Road , Brinsworth S60 5EJ | - not rated | 1,415 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | - not rated | 2,081 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 2,081 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 | 3,773 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,589 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 | 2,319 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 2,327 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| RNN Group Town Centre Campus , Eastwood Lane S65 1EG | - not rated | 3,795 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Don Valley Leeds Road , S9 3TY | 3out of 4 | 5,085 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Rotherham Road , Catcliffe S60 5SW | - not rated | 894 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Rotherham Road , Catcliffe S60 5SW | - not rated | 894 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellern Mede Moorgate School 136 Moorgate Road , S60 3AZ | - not rated | 1,916 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | 2out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | - not rated | 2,167 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockin Burgers | 48 Whitehill Lane | 196 yd | |
| Thyme Out | Unit 3 Whitehill Road | 550 yd | |
| Caffe Pausa | Canklow Meadows Industrial Estate, Unit 3 West Bawtry Road | 627 yd | |
| The Centre Cafe | The Centre, Brinsworth Lane | 945 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants | West Bawtry Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Terrier | Whitehill Road | 246 yd | |
| Thirsty Flame | Whitehill Lane | 368 yd | |
| Brinsworth Social Club | 153-155 Brinsworth Lane | 970 yd | |
| The Waverley | Brinsworth Road | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Capital | 123 Whitehill Road | 550 yd | |
| Beejays | Wickes Car Park, Canklow Meadows | 627 yd | |
| Sea Fresh Fish Bar | 157 Brinsworth Lane | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brinsworth Howarth School Whitehill Lane | grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Brinsworth Whitehill Primary School HOWLETT DRIVE | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| Youfit (Rotherham-Sheffield) WEST BAWTRY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 760 yd |
| Brinsworth Playing Fields BRINSWORTH PAVILLION BRINSWORTH PAVILLION BRINSWORTH LANE | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| Catcliffe Primary School And The Meadows Children'S Centre ROTHERHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Brinsworth Manor Junior School BRINSWORTH LANE | grass pitches | 948 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 | 44.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.