Winterhill Road is in Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S61 2EP is located in the Rotherham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Winterhill Road, Rotherham, S61 2EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S61 2EW, S61 2EQ, S61 2EH, S61 2JL, S61 2EG, S61 2EN, S61 2HN, S61 2EJ, S61 2JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S61 2EP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 55.5% | 49.5% | -6.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 44.5% | 50.5% | 6.0% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 27.4% | 33.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 38.3% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 18.9% | 6.2% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 7.9% | -9.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 38.1% | 43.1% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 39.5% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 11.7% | -6.1% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 3.9% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 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.
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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 25.1% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 11% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.7% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 9.7% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 22.5% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 15.4% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 2.7% | 5.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 86.8% | -12.0% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 100% | 92.5% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 92.5% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 9.6% | 6.5% | 3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winterhill Road was 194.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 125.8% higher than the Keppel average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winterhill Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Keppel and the 123rd highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Winterhill Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2017-12-15 | £129,743 |
| 17 Winterhill Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2017-04-10 | £156,310 |
| 33 Winterhill Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,500 | 2015-08-14 | £172,927 |
| 31 Winterhill Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2015-03-30 | £171,421 |
| 17 Winterhill Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2014-11-28 | £161,919 |
S61 2EP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow View Primary School Meadowhall Road , Kimberworth S61 2JD | 3out of 4 | 393 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Wortley Road , Kimberworth S61 1PD | 3out of 4 | 912 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kimberworth Community Primary School Kimberworth Road , Kimberworth S61 1HE | 3out of 4 | 968 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackburn Primary School Baring Road , Blackburn S61 2BU | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redscope Primary School Kimberworth Park Road , S61 3JT | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winterhill School High Street , Kimberworth S61 2BD | 3out of 4 | 471 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wingfield Academy Wingfield Road , S61 4AU | 3out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Firth Park Academy Fircroft Avenue , S5 0SD | 3out of 4 | 3,214 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinsworth Academy Brinsworth Road , Brinsworth S60 5EJ | 3out of 4 | 3,893 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Vale School Owler Lane , S4 8GB | 2out of 4 | 4,467 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RNN Group Town Centre Campus , Eastwood Lane S65 1EG | - not rated | 3,593 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 4,018 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longley Park Sixth Form Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 4,058 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapeltown Academy Hydra Business Park , Nether Lane S35 9ZX | - not rated | 4,571 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinde House 2-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | 3out of 4 | 2,403 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Don Valley Leeds Road , S9 3TY | 3out of 4 | 4,719 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey School Little Common Lane , Kimberworth S61 2RA | 4out of 4 | 634 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelford School Oakdale Road , Kimberworth S61 2NU | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seraphic Academy Tinsley Park Road , Sheffield S9 5DL | - not rated | 4,255 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE Brunswick Road , Broom S60 2RR | - not rated | 4,701 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate Meadows School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | 3out of 4 | 4,701 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bake N Butty | 8 Meadowhall Road | 409 yd | |
| Maisha Spice | Green Dragon Inn, High Street | 463 yd | |
| Riverside Catering RMBC | Winterhills, High Street | 482 yd | |
| Green Dragon | High Street | 482 yd | |
| The Man Cave Cafe | Meadow Bank Works, Meadow Bank Road | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Hotel | West Hill | 495 yd | |
| Steptoe's Cafe and Bar | 192 High Street | 540 yd | |
| Manor Barn | Church Street | 550 yd | |
| The Travellers Inn | Travellers Rotherham Ltd, Church Street | 550 yd | |
| The Colin | Old Wortley Road | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Wah Chinese Take Away | 67 Meadowhall Road | 278 yd | |
| Fish House | 89 Meadowhall Road | 278 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza | 6 Fellowsfield Way | 609 yd | |
| Mandarin | 8 Fellowsfield Way | 609 yd | |
| Thelma's Fish Bar | 1 Grange View Road | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Limited | 2-4 Grange View Road | 992 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winterhill School HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 422 yd |
| Kimberworth Bmx Track Little Common Lane | cycling | 448 yd |
| Meadow View Primary School MEADOWHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| Abbey School LITTLE COMMON LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 707 yd |
| St Bede'S Catholic Primary School WORTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Oasis Health Club (Rotherham) WORTLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,033 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 | 63.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.